---
title: "23V-648 recall: East to West Tandara"
kind: "recall"
source: "nhtsa"
campaignId: "23V-648"
url: "https://www.rigfixhq.com/recalls/23V-648"
markdownUrl: "https://www.rigfixhq.com/recalls/23V-648.md"
---

# 23V-648 recall: East to West Tandara

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

**Campaign:** 23V-648
**Manufacturer:** Forest River, Inc.
**Component:** STRUCTURE:BODY:STEP/LADDER
**Filed:** September 22, 2023
**NHTSA:** https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V648

## The problem

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024 East to West Tandara and Blackthorn fifth wheels.  The rear ladder may not be anchored properly in the rear wall, which can allow the ladder to detach.

## The safety risk

A ladder that detaches can increase the risk of injury.

## The remedy

Dealers will install a new ladder that mounts to the roof, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2023.  Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-264-6664.  Forest River's number for this recall is 500-1678.


## Owner letters

- Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2023.

## Rigs named in this campaign

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

- 2024 East to West Tandara: [year page](https://www.rigfixhq.com/issues/east-to-west/tandara/2024) · [markdown](https://www.rigfixhq.com/issues/east-to-west/tandara/2024.md)


HTML page: https://www.rigfixhq.com/recalls/23V-648