Forest River Crusader problems & recalls

Problem: Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2020 crusader csf395bhl recreational trailers. the rear ladder may block the window on the rear wall, preventing the window from being used as an emergency exit.

Risk: If the rear window cannot be used to exit the vehicle during an emergency, there would be an increased risk of injury.

Fix: Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear window, free of charge. the recall began march 3, 2020. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-862-1025. forest river's number for this recall is 49-1137.

Problem: Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain model year 2014 crusader fifth wheel trailers, model csf315rst, manufactured september 26, 2013, through march 3, 2014. in the affected trailers, the slide room actuator bracket may come into contact with the tire under certain road conditions.

Risk: If the bracket comes in contact with the tire, sudden tire failure may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will install a replacement bracket that will adequately clear the tire, free of charge. the recall began on april 17, 2014. owners may contact forest river at 1-574-862-3001.

Problem: Forest river is recalling certain model year 2011 surveyor travel trailers, crusader fifth wheel trailers, rance aluminum cargo trailers, and work and play toy hauler trailers equipped with 15" x 6" white spoke or modular design steel wheels with a six hole bolt pattern. some of the wheels may have inadequate weld penetration between the outer ring and the center plate due to improper plate alignment.

Risk: There could be a potential wheel failure and wheel loss increasing the risk of a crash, or personal injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the wheels on the suspect vehicles and repair the trailers free of charge. the safety recall began on january 14, 2011. owners may contact forest river at 574-389-4600.