---
title: "20V-049 recall: Forest River"
kind: "recall"
source: "nhtsa"
campaignId: "20V-049"
url: "https://www.rigfixhq.com/recalls/20V-049"
markdownUrl: "https://www.rigfixhq.com/recalls/20V-049.md"
---

# 20V-049 recall: Forest River

These are official NHTSA recalls. A model year on a campaign is not proof a VIN is included. Owner reports are not included.

**Campaign:** 20V-049
**Manufacturer:** Forest River, Inc.
**Component:** SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
**Filed:** January 29, 2020
**NHTSA:** https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20V049

## The problem

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020 Freedom Express, Salem, Stealth EVO, Vibe, Wildcat Maxx, and Wildwood recreational trailers.  The emergency break-away switch may fail.

## The safety risk

In the event of trailer separation from the tow vehicle, a failed break-away switch will not apply the trailer's brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

## The remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the break-away switch, free of charge.  The recall began February 19, 2020.  Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5410 or 1-574-825-8205.  Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1129.


## Rigs named in this campaign

A model year on this list is not proof a VIN is included.

- 2020 Forest River Salem: [year page](https://www.rigfixhq.com/issues/forest-river/salem/2020) · [markdown](https://www.rigfixhq.com/issues/forest-river/salem/2020.md)
- 2020 Forest River Vibe: [year page](https://www.rigfixhq.com/issues/forest-river/vibe/2020) · [markdown](https://www.rigfixhq.com/issues/forest-river/vibe/2020.md)
- 2020 Forest River Wildwood: [year page](https://www.rigfixhq.com/issues/forest-river/wildwood/2020) · [markdown](https://www.rigfixhq.com/issues/forest-river/wildwood/2020.md)


HTML page: https://www.rigfixhq.com/recalls/20V-049