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NHTSA Recall 24V003000: Frame and members (structure) and recreational vehicle/trailer (equipment)

Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 302 vehicles. It affects 2020 Forest River Cherokee.

302
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2024
owners notified (February 5)
NHTSA campaign24V003000
Manufacturer campaign95-1705
ComponentsSTRUCTURE › FRAME AND MEMBERS; EQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Report receivedJanuary 5, 2024
Owner notificationFebruary 5, 2024
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020 Cherokee travel trailers. The draw bar locking mechanism may break, which can cause the front end of the trailer to contact the road.

Safety risk

A trailer that contacts the road during transit increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the Ice Hose swing arm draw bars, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-4995. Forest River's number for this recall is 95-1705.

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 24V003000

Make and modelModel years
Forest River Cherokee2020

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.