NHTSA Recall 22V586000: Tail lights (exterior lighting) and recreational vehicle/trailer (equipment)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 22 vehicles. It affects 2021 Prime Time Tracer.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V586000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 48-1541 |
| Components | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TAIL LIGHTS; EQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER |
| Report received | August 5, 2022 |
| Owner notification | August 26, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Prime Time Tracer TRT26KSS travel trailers. The tail light may be located too close to the water heater exhaust, which can cause the tail light lens to melt and the light to become inoperative.
Safety risk
A distorted or inoperative tail light may reduce vehicle visibility and confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a flush mount tail light, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 26, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River's customer service at 1-574-862-1025. Forest River's number for this recall is 48-1541.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V586000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Prime Time Tracer | 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.