NHTSA Recall 25V162000: Integrated trailer brake control (electrical system) and recreational vehicle/trailer (equipment)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 120 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Forest River Nightfall.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V162000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 45-1909 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL; EQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER |
| Report received | March 14, 2025 |
| Owner notification | March 27, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025 Nightfall travel trailers and XLR Toy Hauler fifth wheel trailers. The breakaway switch may be incorrectly wired and fail to activate the trailer brakes during an emergency.
Safety risk
Trailer brakes that fail to activate increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will rewire the breakaway switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 45-1909.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1- 888-275-9171), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V162000
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.