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NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V678
Manufacturer Forest River, Inc.
Components SUSPENSION
Potential Number of Units Affected 1,785
Improper Brake Flange Causing Brake Failure
Premature brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
Summary
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Forest River Flagstaff and Rockwood recreational trailers. The brake mounting flanges on the torsion axles may be incorrectly oriented, which can result in premature brake failure.
Remedy
Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will replace the axles or hubs, free of charge. The recall began on October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2640 or Dexter customer service at 1-574-295-7888.
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.
Remedy Instructions and TSB
9/13/18
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2018/RCRIT-18V678-1937.pdf
Recall Acknowledgement
October 19, 2018
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2018/RCAK-18V678-3061.pdf
Latest Recalls Documents
https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/documentList.xhtml?docId=18V678&docType=RCL
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- Specs: 3,500 lbs Idler Trailer Axle (Capacity 3.5K), 5 Lug, Tube: 2 3/8"
- High Strength Straight Steel Axle Tube
- Axle comes fully assembled, so all you'll have to do is attach the springs, the U-bolt kits, and the tire and wheel assemblies.
- Underslung - Spring seats are welded to the bottom of the axle, which allows for a lower ride height.
- Trailer Axle Design for use on Light Duty Trailers
- EZ Lube Design Removable rubber plug on the hub cap with easy access to a grease-able zerk fitting Grease your axle without pulling off your whole entire hub
- Internal Wiring System To ensure seamless design Protect brake wires from wear and tear
- High Strength Straight Steel Axle Tube Construction to ensure Even Tire Wear A better highway experience
- Underslung - Axle is welded with spring seats on the bottom Allows for lower ride height For optimal usage, use with double eye springs
- 72" from Hubface to Hubface and 58" Spring Center to Spring Center.
- Springs are 25 1/4" long and 1 3/4" wide
- 4 Leaf Springs
- 2-3/8" Main Tube
- 5 Lug with a 4 1/2" bolt pattern. 1/2 lug studs.
- Capacity: 2000 lbs, Tube:1-3/4 | 5x4.5 Bolt Pattern
- EZ Lube Design: Removable rubber plug on the hub cap with easy access to a grease-able zerk fitting. Grease your axle without pulling off your whole entire hub.
- Internal Wiring System: To ensure seamless design and protect brake wires from wear and tear.
- High Strength Straight Steel Axle Tube Construction: To ensure even tire wear and a better highway experience.
- Underslung - Axle is welded with spring seats on the bottom: Allows for lower ride height. For optimal usage, use with double eye springs.
- Versatile Design - Compatible for use on Medium Duty Trailers Utility, Boat, Car Haulers, ATV, Lawn & Landscape, Flatbed, Livestock, Cargo, Enclosed, RV Trailers, Dump, Lowboy, Flatbed Trailers and more
- EZ Lube design for effortless maintenance - grease your axle without removing the whole hub assembly
- Underslung - Our trailer axle beam is welded with spring seats on the bottom Allows for lower ride height, for optimal usage, use with double eye springs
- High-Strength Construction - Made with straight steel axle tube to ensure even tire wear and a better highway experience
- Easy Installation - Simply pair with double eye springs for optimal usage and get your trailer back on the road in no time
- Specs: 3,500 lbs Idler Trailer Axle (Capacity 3.5K), 5 Lug, Tube: 2 3/8"
- High Strength Straight Steel Axle Tube
- Axle comes fully assembled, so all you'll have to do is attach the springs, the U-bolt kits, and the tire and wheel assemblies.
- Underslung - Spring seats are welded to the bottom of the axle, which allows for a lower ride height.
- Trailer Axle Design for use on Light Duty Trailers
- 2,000 lbs capacity
- Stub axles can be bolted (hardware not included) or welded to trailer frame
- 45 degree downward starting angle
- Perfect item to easily build your own custom motorcycle trailer
- Read product description below for more detailed information.
- 60" from Hubface to Hubface and 48" Spring Center to Spring Center.
- Springs are 25 1/4" long and 1 3/4" wide.
- 4 Leaf Springs
- 2-3/8" Main Tube
- 5 Lug with a 4 1/2" bolt pattern. 1/2 lug studs.
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