NHTSA Recall 22V489000
Filed by Forest River, Inc.. Component: Exterior Lighting. Reported 2022-07-08. An estimated 43 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022 Coachmen Apex travel trailers. The tail lights may have been incorrectly wired to an "ON/OFF" switch, which can cause the brake or tail lights to not illuminate when the switch is in the "off" position.
Risk
Brake or tail lights that fail to illuminate can reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Dealers will rewire the tail lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 9, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-358-0401. Forest River's number for this recall is 220-1535.
Manufacturer campaign number: 220-1535
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.