NHTSARecalled May 22, 2020 · #20V297000
Safety Chains Rated for Incorrect GVW May Break
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Surveyor Travel Trailers, model SVT296QBLE. The safety chains are insufficient for the trailer's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and may break in the event of the trailer coming unhitched. If the vehicle trailer becomes detached from the tow-vehicle, the safety chains may break, leading to complete detachment and potential property damage, personal injury or a crash.
Product details
- Product
- Safety Chains Rated for Incorrect GVW May Break
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Forest River, Inc.
- Model numbers
- SVT296QBLE
- UPCs
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What you should do
Forest River will notify owners, and a dealer or service center will replace the safety chains, free of charge. The recall began June 8, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-3112. Forest River's number for this recall is 37-1170.