Recall 20V-119: 2020 Forest River Shasta

Forest River, Inc. recall for tires, reported to NHTSA on Feb 28, 2020, covering about 38 vehicles.

NHTSA number
20V-119
Report date
Feb 28, 2020
Vehicles affected
38
Owners notified
Mar 25, 2020

The problem

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain Shasta SST240TH and SST260TH trailers. The tires may have insufficient clearance inside the wheel well allowing the tire to contact the inside of the wheel well, possibly resulting in tire failure.

The risk

Tire failure can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.

The fix

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the equalizers with ones that are 2 inches taller and replace any tiresthat has evidence of damage, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-821-1311. Forest River's number for this recall is 53-1144.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerForest River, Inc.
ComponentTires
Structure
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number20V119000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Forest River Shasta2020All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 20V-119?

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain Shasta SST240TH and SST260TH trailers. The tires may have insufficient clearance inside the wheel well allowing the tire to contact the inside of the wheel well, possibly resulting in tire failure.

How is recall 20V-119 fixed?

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the equalizers with ones that are 2 inches taller and replace any tiresthat has evidence of damage, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-821-1311. Forest River's number for this recall is 53-1144.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.