NHTSA Recall 24V265000: Fifth wheel assembly (trailer hitches)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 100 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Forest River Cardinal.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V265000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 15-1755 |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES › FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | April 12, 2024 |
| Owner notification | May 6, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024 Cardinal and Wildcat Fifth Wheels trailers. The operator may utilize the rear towing hitch without locking the turning point fifth wheel hitch into the "Conventional Transport" position.
Safety risk
Towing while in a different position can cause the upper front structure to break and the pin box to separate from the vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a warning label to the hitch and rear wall of the vehicle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 6, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-296-7700. Forest River's number for this recall is 15-1755.
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 24V265000
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.