Recall 24V-116: 2015–2017, 2021–2023 Prime Time Sanibel

Forest River, Inc. recall for trailer hitches, reported to NHTSA on Feb 16, 2024, covering about 408 vehicles.

NHTSA number
24V-116
Report date
Feb 16, 2024
Vehicles affected
408
Owners notified
Mar 12, 2024

The problem

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sanibel SNF3550 and 2021-2023 Sanibel SNF3902WB fifth wheels. The hitch (pin box) may not be sufficient for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and may fail.

The risk

Failure of the hitch increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will install a properly rated hitch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-862-1025. Forest River's number for this recall is 49-1737.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerForest River, Inc.
ComponentTrailer Hitches
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number24V116000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Prime Time Sanibel2015, 2016, 2017, 2021, 2022, 2023All 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 24V-116?

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sanibel SNF3550 and 2021-2023 Sanibel SNF3902WB fifth wheels. The hitch (pin box) may not be sufficient for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and may fail.

How is recall 24V-116 fixed?

Dealers will install a properly rated hitch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-862-1025. Forest River's number for this recall is 49-1737.

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.