2022 Forest River Columbus: Structure recall
NHTSA campaign 23V289000 · 137 units potentially affected · filed Apr 24, 2023
What's wrong
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022 Columbus CMF299RL fifth wheel vehicles. The riser tube was not installed between the axle hangers, causing inadequate clearance for the tires.
Why it matters
Contact with the slide-out adjustment arm may damage or puncture the tire, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install a riser kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-821-1487. Forest River's number for this recall is 410-1631.
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
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V289000
- Manufacturer no.
- 410-1631
- Manufacturer
- Forest River, Inc.
- Component
- STRUCTURE; TIRES
- Units affected
- 137
- Report received
- Apr 24, 2023
- Owner letters
- May 18, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.