2021–2022 Cargo Mate Cargo Trailer, Continental Cargo Cargo Trailer: Equipment recall
NHTSA campaign 22V476000 · 958 units potentially affected · filed Jul 6, 2022
What's wrong
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cargo Mate Cargo Trailers and Continental Cargo Trailers. The safety chains do not meet the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and could potentially break.
Why it matters
Safety chain breakage can cause the trailer to detach from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the safety chains, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-254-420-0171. Forest River's number for this recall is 700-1530.
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
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V476000
- Manufacturer no.
- 700-1530
- Manufacturer
- Forest River, Inc.
- Component
- EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
- Units affected
- 958
- Report received
- Jul 6, 2022
- Owner letters
- Jul 18, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Cargo Mate Cargo Trailer 2021, 2022
- Continental Cargo Cargo Trailer 2021, 2022