The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following recalls:
FOREST RIVER, INC.
Awning Fabric May Detach Causing Awning to Drop
An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the injury risk.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 49,295
Forest River is recalling certain 2022-2023 Coachmen Catalina, Cross Trail, Pursuit, Sportscoach, East to West Della Terra, Silver Lake, Forest River Forester, FR3, Sunseeker, Wildwood, 2022 Coachmen Adrenaline, Apex, Brookstone, Chaparral, Chapparral Lite, Clipper, Freedom Express, Independence Trail, Mirada, Spirit, Viking, Work and Play, East to West Ahara, Tandara, Forest River Aurora, Cardinal, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Flagstaff, Georgetown, Ibex, Impression, Ozark, Puma, R-Pod, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandpiper, Sandstorm, Shockwave, Sierra, Solera, Stealth, Stealth Evo, Surveyor, Vengeance, Vibe, Wildcat, XLR Toyhauler, Prime Time Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Sanibel, Tracer, Shasta Oasis and Phoenix fifth wheel and travel trailers.
The electric retractable awning has a welded seam on the fabric that may separate, potentially allowing the awning to drop beyond normal operation.
Dealers will replace the fabric roll or complete awning, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Aug. 17, 2022.
Axle May Be Installed Backwards
A loss of brake function increases the crash risk.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 244
Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain 2022 Flagstaff and 2022-2023 Rockwood tent campers. The axle may be installed backward, which can reduce brake function.
Dealers will inspect and properly install the axle if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Sept. 9, 2022.
Pull-Out Bunk May Not Be Laminated Properly
A pull-out bunk that fails during use can increase the injury risk.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 449
Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain 2022 Coachmen Viking, Clipper, and VTREC camping trailers. The pull-out bunk bed may not be laminated and therefore not support weight as intended, causing the pull-out bunk to fail.
Dealers will inspect the bunk(s) for lamination and replace the bunk(s) if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Sept. 10, 2022.
KZRV, L.P.
Awning Fabric May Detach Causing Awning to Drop
An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the injury risk.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 4,449
KZRV, L.P. is recalling certain 2022-2023 Connect, Confluence, Durango, Durango Gold, Sonic, Sportsmen, Sportsmen Classic, Sportsmen Sportster, SportTrek, Spree Escape, and Venom travel trailers. The electric retractable awning has a welded seam on the fabric that may separate, potentially allowing the awning to drop beyond normal operation.
Dealers will inspect and replace the awnings as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Sept. 27, 2022.
VANLEIGH RV
Awning Fabric May Detach Causing Awning to Drop
An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the injury risk.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 47
Vanleigh RV is recalling certain 2022 Beacon and Vilano travel trailers. The electric retractable awning has a welded seam on the fabric that may separate, potentially allowing the awning to drop beyond normal operation.
Dealers will inspect, and if necessary replace the awning, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Sept. 27, 2022. Owners may contact Vanleigh RV customer service at 1-662-612-4040. Vanleigh RV’s number for this recall is VL-105.
WINNEBAGO
Awning Fabric May Detach Causing Awning to Drop
An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the injury risk.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 411
Winnebago is recalling certain 2022 Voyage travel trailers. The welded seam on the fabric may separate, potentially allowing the awning to drop beyond normal operation.
Dealers will inspect and replace the awning, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Sept. 16, 2022.
