NHTSA Recall 21V374000: Breakers/relays (equipment) and switches/knobs/buttons (electrical system)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 93 vehicles. It affects 2021 Forest River Columbus.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V374000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 410-1350 |
| Components | EQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER › 120/240 VAC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SERVICE PANEL › BREAKERS/RELAYS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS |
| Report received | May 21, 2021 |
| Owner notification | June 9, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Columbus Fifth Wheel trailers. The breakaway switch and trailer brakes may not activate when needed due to an incorrectly wired breakaway switch.
Safety risk
Failure of the breakaway switch and trailer brakes can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will rewire the breakaway switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-821-1487. Forest River's number for this recall is 410-1350.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V374000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Forest River Columbus | 2021 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.