NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V550
Manufacturer Forest River, Inc.
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected 5,847
Break-Away Safety Switch may be Improperly Wired
If the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Summary
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Forest River Salem, Wildcat Maxx, Wildwood, Vibe, and Rainier recreational trailers. The break-away safety switch may not have been wired to a constant power source, and, as a result, the switch may be inadvertently disconnected from the trailer house battery causing the brakes to not engage if the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new wiring harness to reroute the wiring, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5410. Forest River's number for this recall is 22/30-0824.
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.
Forest River Inc. - Rainier
ORRNT251RKSR
ORRNT254DBHR
ORRNT268RKSR
ORRNT272BHSR
ORRNT287QBSR
RNT254DBHR-OR
RNT268RKSR-OR
RNT272BHSR-OR
Forest River, Inc. - Salem
ORSMT211SSXL
ORSMT251SSXL
SMT211SSXL-OR
SMT251SSXL-OR
Forest River, Inc. - Vibe
ORVBT222RBS
ORVBT224RLS
ORVBT251RKS
ORVBT254DBH
ORVBT268RKS
ORVBT272BHS
ORVBT287QBS
ORVBT308BHS
VBT224RLS-OR
VBT251RKS-OR
VBT254DBH-OR
VBT257DBI-OR
VBT268RKS-OR
VBT272BHS-OR
VBT277RLS-OR
VBT279RBS-OR
VBT287QBS-OR
VBT301RLS-OR
VBT308BHS-OR
Forest River, Inc. - Wildcat Maxx
ORWCF241RLX
ORWCF242RLX
ORWCF250RDX
ORWCF252RLX
ORWCF261RGX
ORWCF262RGX
ORWCF271RLX
ORWCF272RLX
ORWCF281RKX
ORWCF282RK
ORWCF282RKX
ORWCF285RKX
ORWCF293REX
ORWCF295RSX
ORWCF302RL
ORWCF312BHX
ORWCF313RE
ORWCF317RL
ORWCF322RK
ORWCT23DKS
ORWCT245RGX
ORWCT24RG
ORWCT255RLX
ORWCT265BHX
ORWCT26BHS
ORWCT26FBS
ORWCT27FLS
ORWCT27RLS
ORWCT28RBX
ORWCT28RKX
ORWCT28RLS
ORWCT29BHS
ORWCT29RLX
ORWCT30DBH
ORWCT32BHXS
ORWCT32TSX
WCF250RDX-OR
WCF252RLX-OR
WCF262RGX-OR
WCF285RKX-OR
WCF295RSX-OR
WCF302RL
WCF312BHX-OR
WCT245RGX-OR
WCT255RLX-OR
WCT265BHX-OR
WCT26BHS-OR
WCT26FBS-OR
WCT28RBX-OR
WCT28RKX-OR
WCT29RLX-OR
WCT30DBH-OR
WCT32BHXS-OR
WCT32TSX-OR
Forest River Inc. - Wildwood
ORWDT211SSXL
ORWDT251SSXL
WDT211SSXL-OR
WDT251SSXL-OR
Vehicle List
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2018/RMISC-18V550-0377.pdf
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September 13, 2018
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2018/RCAK-18V550-5667.pdf
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- RELIABLE SAFETY. This trailer breakaway switch offers safer towing by connecting your vehicle to your trailer's breakaway battery and trailer brakes. If the trailer becomes disconnected while towing, the cable is released and the brakes are engaged
- STRONG CONNECTION. To ensure a dependable electrical connection for the wires, this trailer breakaway switch is equipped with silver contact points
- EASY TO INSTALL. Mounting this trailer breakaway switch on your trailer is easy. It comes with a metal mounting tab with a pre-drilled hole to accept a screw or bolt
- SECURE ATTACHMENT. The included trailer breakaway cable features a nylon pull pin for easy release and a looped end to quickly and securely attach to your trailer hitch
- WEATHER-RESISTANT. To keep the breakaway switch well-protected from the outdoor elements, it comes with a nylon case that will not rust or corrode
- PROVIDES A SAFER AND MORE EFFECTIVE CONNECTION to your trailer, because it doesn’t rust, fray or become damaged while towing which keeps you and your trailer safer when towing
- THE COILED CABLE STAYS SAFELY OFF THE GROUND while you’re towing, preventing wear and tear to the cable and providing years of lasting use
- COATED CABLE WIRE ELIMINATES FRAY and protects your fingers from loose, sharp wire
- MEETS OR EXCEEDS ALL DOT REQUIREMENTS
- EASY ATTACHMENT WITH INCLUDED SPRING CLIP
- Made of weave steel and wrapped with UV-resistant PU material, durable and scratch-resistant.
- Smooth UV coating keep your finger from stabbed
- Easy installation, just hook both ends
- Coiled design cable for preventing it from dragging on the ground, free scaling
- Work as replacement cable for almost any pin-style trailer breakaway system
- Activates trailers brakes upon separation from tow vehicle within 30 seconds to ensure a safe stop of the trailer. Meets DOT requirements
- Electronic: This kit comes with an easy to read LED display. It shows when it is in charging mode, when it needs charged, and when it is fully charged equipped with built in battery charger
- Battery: This pack is run by a 12 volt 5 amp hour AGM battery
- Compatibility: For use on single, double, and triple axle trailers with electric brakes
- Casing: This plastic case is weather resistant and protects both the battery and charger.
- TRAILER BREAKAWAY KIT: The Dumble RV Supplies | Trailer Emergency Breakaway Cable and Switch Kit is designed to minimize the possibility of accidents while towing trailers, RVs, and mobile homes; This 12V trailer break away cable and switch kit includes 2 attached wires, a pull pin, and a pull cable to make installation and usage quick and easy
- EMERGENCY BRAKING SYSTEM: The purpose of the break away trailer kit is to safely and securely stop a trailer if separated from your vehicle during travel; The reusable pin holds two pieces of metal apart inside of the sealed switch and if the pin is removed due to force while traveling, it triggers the switch and activates the trailer brakes to keep the towed vehicle from rolling away and causing accidents
- EASY INSTALLATION: Whether you are using this electric trailer brake kit to tow a trailer, dump truck, or family RV, these trailer parts are easy to install; Simply splice 1 of the wires from the trailer brake switch into the trailer brake wire and the second wire to the positive post inside of the trailer battery box; Connect the trailer brake away cable to your vehicle and mount the breakaway box to the trailer
- BUILT TO LAST: Constructed of steel and a durable plastic case, the components of this RV breakaway switch are protected from elements, high heat, and road wear; The RV breakaway cable and switch are designed for emergency use only and are not to be used to lock brakes when parking or storing trailer; For best use, do not remove plunger pin during storage; Removal of the pin will result in battery drain and corrosion of contact blades
- SPECIFICATIONS: This 12V trailer brake away kit includes 2 attached 16AWG wires, a pull pin, and a 48-inch (121.9 cm) cable; Each RV emergency brake switch wire is 46 inches (116.8 cm) long to provide you the option to cut the wire to the necessary length; Please note that you must have operational electric trailer brakes to use this product
- Bargman electric trailer brake breakaway switch - a critical component in breakaway systems designed to safely and securely stop trailers in case of separation from the tow vehicle
- Completely sealed breakaway switch that, in conjunction with a trailer mounted battery and pull pin, automatically sets trailer brakes in case of accidental trailer breakaway
- Breakaway switch and system is designed for emergency use only and is not to be used to lock brakes when parking or storing trailer
- Features: durable nylon case, weldable tab, 48 inch cable and nylon pin assembly, wire leads for electrical hookup
- Backed by Bargman's 1 Year Limited Warranty
- For use on 1, 2 or 3 axle trailers equipped with electric brakes
- Push to test LED's indicate fully charged, charging or recharge
- Multi-Stage integrated charger provides a fast recharge up to 12.8 Volts
- Corrosion resistant, heavy-duty polymer case to protect battery and charger, with flat surface mount
- 5 amp/hour battery and breakaway switch with 7.5" Lead wires
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