NHTSA recall 18V428000
Electrical System · Forest River, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Forest River Wildwood and Salem recreational trailers. The break-away safety switch may have been improperly wired such that it is not connected to a constant power source, thereby possibly preventing the trailer brakes from automatically applying if the trailer were to separate from the tow vehicle.
Why it matters: If the trailer does not brake when it becomes detached from the tow vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will install a new wiring harness, free of charge. The recall began on July 25, 2018.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2019 Forest River Salem, 2019 Forest River Wildwood.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 18V428000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.