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NHTSA Recall 21V378000: Recreational vehicle/trailer (equipment) and frame and members (structure)

Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 18 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Forest River Sandpiper.

18
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2021
owners notified (June 9)
NHTSA campaign21V378000
Manufacturer campaign03-1347
ComponentsEQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER; STRUCTURE › FRAME AND MEMBERS
Report receivedMay 24, 2021
Owner notificationJune 9, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Sierra and Sandpiper Fifth Wheel and Travel Trailers. The bolts that hold the floor to the chassis were improperly tightened.

Safety risk

Improperly tightened bolts could cause the trailer body to detach from the chassis, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will tighten the bolts to the chassis outriggers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-4574. Forest River's number for this recall is 03-1347.

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 21V378000

Make and modelModel years
Forest River Sandpiper2021
Forest River Sierra2021

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.