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NHTSARecalled May 21, 2021 · #21V374000

Breakaway Switch Wired Incorrectly

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Columbus Fifth Wheel trailers. The breakaway switch and trailer brakes may not activate when needed due to an incorrectly wired breakaway switch. Failure of the breakaway switch and trailer brakes can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Product details

Product
Breakaway Switch Wired Incorrectly
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Dealers will rewire the breakaway switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-821-1487. Forest River's number for this recall is 410-1350.

View the official CPSC notice