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NHTSARecalled Dec 13, 2019 · #19V891000

Hitch Bolts Insufficiently Tightened

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020 Georgetown and FR3 motorhomes. The trailer hitch bolts may not have been properly tightened, which can allow cause the hitch to detach from the chassis. If the motorhome is towing a trailer or vehicle, the hitch detaching from the motorhome can increase the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Hitch Bolts Insufficiently Tightened
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will properly torque the bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-296-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 68-1119.

View the official CPSC notice