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Vehicles/Recreational Vehicles

Forest River, Inc.: 2024 Sandpiper and Sierra Fifth Wheels Recalled for Backward Axle

Agency Publication Date: August 7, 2023
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Summary

Forest River, Inc. is recalling approximately 40 units of its 2024 Sandpiper and 2024 Sierra fifth wheel recreational vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured with an axle that may have been installed backwards, which significantly reduces the effectiveness of the trailer's brakes. If the brakes do not function as intended, it will take longer to stop the vehicle, which could lead to a crash. Dealers will remove and properly reinstall the axle at no cost to owners.

Risk

The backward installation of the axle compromises the braking system's ability to slow the vehicle. This defect increases the distance required to come to a complete stop, increasing the risk of a collision.

What You Should Do

  1. Identify if you own a 2024 Forest River Sandpiper or Sierra fifth wheel recreational vehicle.
  2. Contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-534-4574 and mention recall number 3-1665 to determine if your specific vehicle is included in this recall.
  3. If your vehicle is affected, schedule an appointment with an authorized Forest River dealer to have the axle removed and reinstalled correctly, free of charge.
  4. For additional information, you may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Dealers will remove and reinstall the axle, free of charge.

How to: Contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-534-4574 to arrange a free repair at an authorized dealer.

Affected Products

Product: 2024 Forest River Sandpiper Fifth Wheel
Product: 2024 Forest River Sierra Fifth Wheel

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 23V559000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Forest River, Inc.
Sold By: authorized dealers
Units Affected: 40 vehicles(40% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: August 28, 2023
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.
Distributed To: Nationwide
Manufacturer Recall #: 3-1665
Agency Last Updated: August 31, 2023

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice ยท Raw API Response