NHTSA Recall 23V289000: Structure and tires
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 137 vehicles. It affects 2022 Forest River Columbus.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V289000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 410-1631 |
| Components | STRUCTURE; TIRES |
| Report received | April 24, 2023 |
| Owner notification | May 18, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022 Columbus CMF299RL fifth wheel vehicles. The riser tube was not installed between the axle hangers, causing inadequate clearance for the tires.
Safety risk
Contact with the slide-out adjustment arm may damage or puncture the tire, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a riser kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-821-1487. Forest River's number for this recall is 410-1631.
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 23V289000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Forest River Columbus | 2022 |
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.