July 29, 2022 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 22V556000
Awning Fabric May Detach Causing Awning to Drop
An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V556
Manufacturer Forest River
, Inc.
Components EQUIPMENT
Potential Number of Units Affected 49,295
Summary
Forest River
, Inc. (Forest River
) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Coachmen Catalina, Cross Trail, Pursuit, Sportscoach, East to West Della Terra, Silver Lake, Forest River
Forester, FR3, Sunseeker, Wildwood, 2022 Coachmen Adrenaline, Apex, Brookstone, Chaparral, Chapparral Lite, Clipper, Freedom Express, Independence Trail, Mirada, Spirit, Viking, Work and Play, East to West Ahara, Tandara, Forest River
Aurora, Cardinal, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Flagstaff, Georgetown, Ibex, Impression, Ozark, Puma, R-Pod, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandpiper, Sandstorm, Shockwave, Sierra, Solera, Stealth, Stealth Evo, Surveyor, Vengeance, Vibe, Wildcat, XLR Toyhauler, Prime Time Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Sanibel, Tracer, Shasta Oasis, and Phoenix fifth wheel and travel trailers.
The electric retractable awning has a welded seam on the fabric that may separate, potentially allowing the awning to drop beyond normal operation.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fabric roll or complete awning, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022. Owners may contact the customer service numbers listed in the recall report for their designated model. Forest River
’s number for this recall is 51-1532. This recall supersedes and expands NHTSA recall number 22V-486.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Dear Forest River
Customer:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements Motor Vehicle Safety Act. This notice is also sent in
accordance with the requirements of the United Statesโ National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Forest River
has
decided that a defect, which relates to the motor vehicle safety, exists in many 2022-2023 Forest River
and Coachmen
travel trailers, Fifth Wheels, and Motorhomes recreational vehicles. This is to inform you that your vehicle may contain a
defect that could affect the safety of a person.
WHAT IS THE DEFECT/NONCOMPLIANCE?
โPer Details of Lippert
Recall 22E-055: There may be insufficient weld penetration in some areas between the fabric and
the adjoining PVC extruded track. In cases of insufficient welding this can allow the welded seam at the fabric to coach
interface to separate, and depending on the amount of separation, could allow the awning to unroll whether retracted or
extended.
EVALUATION OF THE RISK TO THE VEHICLE AND OPERATOR(S) RELATED TO THE RECALL.
In extreme cases, the fabric could detach from the coach rail and remain attached to the awning. This could cause the
awning to drop and extend beyond normal operation. This could cause injury or a crash.
WHAT IS FOREST RIVER
AND OUR DEALERSHIPS GOING TO DO?
Forest River
is notifying dealerships of the recall. Forest River
will provide all parts and labor free of charge to Consumers
and Dealers. An authorized Forest River
Dealer or Service Center will need to perform the inspection to determine if a
repair will need to occur or if replacement fabric is needed. It is preferable if you have your selling dealership perform the
remedy. Forest River
completely covers your cost for the remedy; you will not receive any bill of sale for anything covered
under the above recall number.
WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?
Please contact your dealer immediately and request a service appointment to schedule the free remedy. The vehicle
Owner is responsible for arranging to have the work completed. Please state you have been notified by Forest River
of
having a recall in process for your vehicle and provide the recall number for the dealership. It is also helpful to the
dealership to have a copy of this letter when you take your vehicle in for the recall remedy.
You may also visit www.forestriverinc.com for dealer locations.
HOW LONG WILL THE REMEDY PROCESS TAKE?
The estimated time of repair is 1.5 hours. However, the dealership may need to keep your vehicle or schedule an
appointment with you for a later date to fit into their regular service schedule.
WHAT IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUSLY PAID FOR REPAIRS TO YOUR VEHICLE FOR THIS PARTICULAR CONDITION?
If you have already paid for a repair that is within the scope of this defect under recall, you still need to have this recall
inspected and/or performed to ensure the correct parts and procedures were utilized.
Additionally, you may be eligible for a refund of previously paid repairs. Refunds will only be provided for within the scope
of this defect under recall. Please send the service invoice to the following address:
Forest River
, Inc.
Attn: Warranty Manager
PO Box 30
Middlebury, IN 46540
AWNING INSPECTION AND WELD/SEAM REPAIR
22E055 – Awning Fabric May Detach Causing Awning to Drop – Lippert Electric Retractable Awning
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-electric-retractable-awning
Chronology :
On July 7, 2022. Forest River
โs Office of Corporate Compliance was notified by Lippert
Components of a recall that was filed regarding a separation of a welded seam at the awning fabricโs coach interface.
On July 8, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance filed a recall
On July 18, 2022, Forest River
โs Office of Corporate Compliance (โOCCโ) was notified by Lippert
Components of a scope revision. The same day, OCC began reviewing data provided to OCC by Lippert
. On July 20, 2022, OCC initiated a research into each additional manufacturing plant that used the 18โ and under awning.
On July 25, 2022, OCC began gathering details from the manufacturing plants that indicated which manufacturing plant and products are affected.
On July 28, 2022, OCC was able to identify vehicles affected and is amending the recall.
On July 29, 2022 It was decided by NHTSA and Forest River
to file new recall that will supersede recall 22V486 due to the increase in models and quantities
67 Affected Products
Vehicles
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| COACHMEN | ADRENALINE | 2022 |
| COACHMEN | APEX | 2022 |
| COACHMEN | BROOKSTONE | 2022 |
| COACHMEN | CATALINA | 2022-2023 |
| COACHMEN | CHAPARRAL | 2022 |
| COACHMEN | CHAPARRAL LITE | 2022 |
| COACHMEN | CLIPPER | 2022 |
| COACHMEN | CROSS TRAIL | 2022-2023 |
| COACHMEN | FREEDOM EXPRESS | 2022 |
| COACHMEN | INDEPENDENCE TRAIL | 2022 |
| COACHMEN | MIRADA | 2022 |
| COACHMEN | PURSUIT | 2022-2023 |
| COACHMEN | SPIRIT | 2022 |
| COACHMEN | SPORTSCOACH | 2022-2023 |
| COACHMEN | VIKING | 2022 |
| COACHMEN | WORK AND PLAY | 2022 |
| EAST TO WEST | AHARA | 2022 |
| EAST TO WEST | DELLA TERRA | 2022-2023 |
| EAST TO WEST | SILVER LAKE | 2022-2023 |
| EAST TO WEST | TANDARA | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | AURORA | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | CARDINAL | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | CEDAR CREEK | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | CHEROKEE | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | FLAGSTAFF | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | FORESTER | 2022-2023 |
| FOREST RIVER | FR3 | 2022-2023 |
| FOREST RIVER | GEORGETOWN | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | IBEX | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | IMPRESSION | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | OZARK | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | PUMA | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | R-POD | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | ROCKWOOD | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | SABRE | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | SALEM | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | SANDPIPER | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | SANDSTORM | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | SHOCKWAVE | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | SIERRA | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | SOLERA | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | STEALTH | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | STEALTH EVO | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | SUNSEEKER | 2022-2023 |
| FOREST RIVER | SURVEYOR | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | VENGEANCE | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | VIBE | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | WILDCAT | 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | WILDWOOD | 2022-2023 |
| FOREST RIVER | XLR TOYHAULER | 2022 |
| PRIME TIME | AVENGER | 2022 |
| PRIME TIME | CRUSADER | 2022 |
| PRIME TIME | LACROSSE | 2022 |
| PRIME TIME | SANIBEL | 2022 |
| PRIME TIME | TRACER | 2022 |
| SHASTA | OASIS | 2022 |
| SHASTA | PHOENIX | 2022 |
12 Associated Documents
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-22V556-5261.PDF 240.478KB
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-22V556-5291.pdf 647.551KB
Miscellaneous Document – Lippert
Recall 22E-055 Awning Inspection and Repair Instruction Document
RMISC-22V556-6574.pdf 2402.767KB
Miscellaneous Document – Lippert
Notice to OEMs
RMISC-22V556-5412.pdf 521.933KB
Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-22V556-0303.pdf 2402.767KB
Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
RCMN-22V556-0005.pdf 214.092KB
ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-22V556-1343.pdf 182.947KB
Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2022-3
RCLQRT-22V556-3767.PDF 211.139KB
Recall 573 Report – 10/13/2022
RCLRPT-22V556-3202.PDF 240.593KB
Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
RCMN-22V556-4502.pdf 214.255KB
Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2022-4
RCLQRT-22V556-6888.PDF 211.245KB
Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2023-1
RCLQRT-22V556-8792.PDF 211.33KB
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Rev: 07.15.22 Page 1 CCD-0006496 AWNING INSPECTION AND WELD/SEAM REPAIR Recall Number: 22E-055 Product: Awnings Date: July 15, 2022 Labor Rate: .20 hours inspection only .30 hours repair only 1.5 hours fabric replacement only Purpose The purpose of this document is to provide guidance, as well as visual aides, to dealers performing inspection on units that may have insufficient awning weld(s). The inspection point is at the awning fabric seam at the awning rail at the wall of the unit (Fig. 1). This only affects awnings manufactured January 17, 2022 โ June 14, 2022. The date of manufacture can be located on the variant code label (Fig. 2) located on the awning. The “WARNING” symbol above is a sign that a procedure has a safety risk involved and may cause death, serious personal injury, severe product and/or property damage if not performed safely and within the parameters set forth in this document. The “CAUTION” symbol above is a sign that a procedure has a safety risk involved and may cause personal injury, product and/or property damage if not performed safely and within the parameters set forth in this document. Fig. 1 Safety This document provides general instructions. Many variables can change the circumstances of any procedure, i.e. the degree of difficulty involved in the service operation and the ability level of the individual performing the operation. This document cannot begin to plot out procedures for every possibility, but will provide the general instructions for effectively installing, removing or servicing the system. In the event the skill level required is too advanced or the procedure too difficult, a certified technician should be consulted before performing the necessary operation. Failure to correctly install, remove or service the system may result in voiding the warranty, inflicting injury or even death. Fig. 2 Date Rev: 07.15.22 Page 2 CCD-0006496 Recall Number: 22E-055 Product: Awnings Date: July 15, 2022 Labor Rate: .20 hours inspection only .30 hours repair only 1.5 hours fabric replacement only AWNING INSPECTION AND WELD/SEAM REPAIR As a supplier of components to the RV industry, safety, education and customer satisfaction are our primary concerns. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at 432-LIPPERT
(432-547-7378) or by email at [email protected]. Self-help tips, technical documents, product videos and a training class schedule are available at lippert
.com or by downloading the MyLCI app. Resources Required โข Stepladder of adequate height to view top of awning assembly Instructions 1. Position stepladder next to the unit to view the topside of the awning at the unit wall from either end (drive/idler side). 2. Inspect the weld near the awning rail (Fig. 3A). A. Fig. 3 shows no separation at the seam. It does not require repair or replacement. B. Fig. 3 shows separation at the seam (Fig. 4A). I. If the separation is less than 6 inches, repair can be accomplished using the procedure described in TI-434. II. If the separation is over 6 inches it will require awning fabric replacement using the procedure described in TI-166. All inspections and repairs must be documented with the following information: โข Full unit information, including 17-digit VIN, Make/Model/Floorplan and Date of Manufacture โข Clear photo of the awning tag โข Photos documenting any weld separation concerns Fig. 3 Fig. 4 A Light strip location A Awning rail location
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Corporate Headquarters I 4100 Edison Lakes Parkway, Mishawaka, IN 46545 I Phone 574.535.1125 IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL NHTSA Safety Recall: 22E-055 Date: July 11, 2022 VIA EMAIL & UPS DELIVERY OEM CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION This Customer Notification is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the United States National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. REASON FOR THIS RECALL Lippert
has conducted a thorough investigation and determined an issue which relates to motor vehicle safety may exist in certain vehicles equipped with specific electric retractable awnings up to 18โ in length. There is the possibility of the welded seam at the fabric to coach interface separating. Our records indicate that your company purchased one or more of the involved Lippert
awnings built between 01/17/2022 and 06/14/2022 which are the subject of this recall. The Electric awnings up to 18โ in length sold to you which are subject to the recall are listed in detail in a spreadsheet included with this notice. If these products are still in your inventory, you must not sell or install these into units. It is a violation of federal law to sell any of the listed awnings covered by this recall until the defect is remedied. The awning inspection instructions are enclosed with this letter. WHAT WE WILL DO Lippert
will reimburse dealers or mobile repair facilities to perform the necessary inspection and, if needed, repair of the fabric portion of certain 18โ or smaller electric awnings. Please see the enclosed inspection instructions. Any parts which may be determined to be needed for the remedy are currently available. WHAT YOU SHOULD DO You or your dealer must inspect the involved component as outlined on the attached instructions and submit a claim documenting the inspection and verification of no issue found for payment of the labor charges.. If an issue is found you or your dealer must complete the outlined repair for payment of the labor charges. Lippert
โs Customer Service department may be reached via email at [email protected] or via phone at 574-538-4514 if there are any questions. Lippert
does not require advance contact or a pre-auth be obtained; labor allowance for this inspection is 0.2 hours and labor allowance for the repair is 0.3 hours with the original fabric not required to be returned. A photo of the issue and a clear photo of the awning tag must be submitted once inspection or repair is completed. Lippert
will coordinate shipments of any needed repair kits or product with the RV Manufacturer. If you are not satisfied, we have done our best to remedy this situation, you may submit a written complaint to: Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590. You may call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or go to http://safercar.gov. Federal regulations require that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days. We regret any inconvenience this concern may cause you. As we are sure you will appreciate, the safety and quality of our products are of the utmost importance to us. Thank you for your attention and cooperation in this matter. Sincerely, Lippert
Components, Inc.
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Rev: 07.15.22 Page 1 CCD-0006496 AWNING INSPECTION AND WELD/SEAM REPAIR Recall Number: 22E-055 Product: Awnings Date: July 15, 2022 Labor Rate: .20 hours inspection only .30 hours repair only 1.5 hours fabric replacement only Purpose The purpose of this document is to provide guidance, as well as visual aides, to dealers performing inspection on units that may have insufficient awning weld(s). The inspection point is at the awning fabric seam at the awning rail at the wall of the unit (Fig. 1). This only affects awnings manufactured January 17, 2022 โ June 14, 2022. The date of manufacture can be located on the variant code label (Fig. 2) located on the awning. The “WARNING” symbol above is a sign that a procedure has a safety risk involved and may cause death, serious personal injury, severe product and/or property damage if not performed safely and within the parameters set forth in this document. The “CAUTION” symbol above is a sign that a procedure has a safety risk involved and may cause personal injury, product and/or property damage if not performed safely and within the parameters set forth in this document. Fig. 1 Safety This document provides general instructions. Many variables can change the circumstances of any procedure, i.e. the degree of difficulty involved in the service operation and the ability level of the individual performing the operation. This document cannot begin to plot out procedures for every possibility, but will provide the general instructions for effectively installing, removing or servicing the system. In the event the skill level required is too advanced or the procedure too difficult, a certified technician should be consulted before performing the necessary operation. Failure to correctly install, remove or service the system may result in voiding the warranty, inflicting injury or even death. Fig. 2 Date Rev: 07.15.22 Page 2 CCD-0006496 Recall Number: 22E-055 Product: Awnings Date: July 15, 2022 Labor Rate: .20 hours inspection only .30 hours repair only 1.5 hours fabric replacement only AWNING INSPECTION AND WELD/SEAM REPAIR As a supplier of components to the RV industry, safety, education and customer satisfaction are our primary concerns. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at 432-LIPPERT
(432-547-7378) or by email at [email protected]. Self-help tips, technical documents, product videos and a training class schedule are available at lippert
.com or by downloading the MyLCI app. Resources Required โข Stepladder of adequate height to view top of awning assembly Instructions 1. Position stepladder next to the unit to view the topside of the awning at the unit wall from either end (drive/idler side). 2. Inspect the weld near the awning rail (Fig. 3A). A. Fig. 3 shows no separation at the seam. It does not require repair or replacement. B. Fig. 3 shows separation at the seam (Fig. 4A). I. If the separation is less than 6 inches, repair can be accomplished using the procedure described in TI-434. II. If the separation is over 6 inches it will require awning fabric replacement using the procedure described in TI-166. All inspections and repairs must be documented with the following information: โข Full unit information, including 17-digit VIN, Make/Model/Floorplan and Date of Manufacture โข Clear photo of the awning tag โข Photos documenting any weld separation concerns Fig. 3 Fig. 4 A Light strip location A Awning rail location
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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL Page 1 of 2 August 2022 This Notice applies to your vehicle VIN listed above. Dear Forest River
Customer: This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements Motor Vehicle Safety Act. This notice is also sent in accordance with the requirements of the United Statesโ National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Forest River
has decided that a defect, which relates to the motor vehicle safety, exists in many 2022-2023 Forest River
and Coachmen travel trailers, Fifth Wheels, and Motorhomes recreational vehicles. This is to inform you that your vehicle may contain a defect that could affect the safety of a person. WHAT IS THE DEFECT/NONCOMPLIANCE? โPer Details of Lippert
Recall 22E-055: There may be insufficient weld penetration in some areas between the fabric and the adjoining PVC extruded track. In cases of insufficient welding this can allow the welded seam at the fabric to coach interface to separate, and depending on the amount of separation, could allow the awning to unroll whether retracted or extended. EVALUATION OF THE RISK TO THE VEHICLE AND OPERATOR(S) RELATED TO THE RECALL. In extreme cases, the fabric could detach from the coach rail and remain attached to the awning. This could cause the awning to drop and extend beyond normal operation. This could cause injury or a crash. WHAT IS FOREST RIVER
AND OUR DEALERSHIPS GOING TO DO? Forest River
is notifying dealerships of the recall. Forest River
will provide all parts and labor free of charge to Consumers and Dealers. An authorized Forest River
Dealer or Service Center will need to perform the inspection to determine if a repair will need to occur or if replacement fabric is needed. It is preferable if you have your selling dealership perform the remedy. Forest River
completely covers your cost for the remedy; you will not receive any bill of sale for anything covered under the above recall number. WHAT SHOULD YOU DO? Please contact your dealer immediately and request a service appointment to schedule the free remedy. The vehicle Owner is responsible for arranging to have the work completed. Please state you have been notified by Forest River
of having a recall in process for your vehicle and provide the recall number for the dealership. It is also helpful to the dealership to have a copy of this letter when you take your vehicle in for the recall remedy. You may also visit www.forestriverinc.com for dealer locations. HOW LONG WILL THE REMEDY PROCESS TAKE? The estimated time of repair is 1.5 hours. However, the dealership may need to keep your vehicle or schedule an appointment with you for a later date to fit into their regular service schedule. WHAT IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUSLY PAID FOR REPAIRS TO YOUR VEHICLE FOR THIS PARTICULAR CONDITION? If you have already paid for a repair that is within the scope of this defect under recall, you still need to have this recall inspected and/or performed to ensure the correct parts and procedures were utilized. Additionally, you may be eligible for a refund of previously paid repairs. Refunds will only be provided for within the scope of this defect under recall. Please send the service invoice to the following address: Forest River
, Inc. Attn: Warranty Manager PO Box 30 Middlebury, IN 46540 DEPARTMENT OF COMPLIANCE VEHICLE SAFETY AND RECALL MANAGEMENT BUILDING 11 423 N MAIN ST MIDDLEBURY, INDIANA 46540-9218 NHTSA RECALL: 22V556 CANADA RECALL: 2022-368 FR ID: 51-1532 <> <> <
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-556 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Manufacturer Name : Forest River, Inc. Submission Date : OCT 13, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-556 Manufacturer Recall No. : 51-1532 Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Forest River, Inc. Address : 55470 CR 1 P.O. Box 3030 Elkhart IN 46515-3030 Company phone : 1-800-348-7440 Population : Number of potentially involved : 49,295 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2022-2023 Coachmen Catalina Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2022-2023 Coachmen Cross Trail Class C Motorhomes Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-556 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Vehicle 3 : 2022-2023 Forest River Inc. East to West Della Terra and Silver Lake Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 4 : 2022-2023 Forest River Inc. Forester and Sunseeker Class C Motorhomes Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 5 : 2022-2023 Forest River Inc. FR3 Class A Motorhome Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-556 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Vehicle 6 : 2022-2023 Coachmen Sportscoach and Pursuit Class A Motorhomes Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 7 : 2022-2023 Forest River Inc. Wildwood Fifth Wheel and Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 8 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. East to West Tandara and Ahara Fifth Wheels Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-556 Page 4 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Vehicle 9 : 2022-2022 Coachmen Adrenaline Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 10 : 2022-2022 Coachmen APEX Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 11 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Aurora Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 14, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-556 Page 5 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Vehicle 12 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Prime Time Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Tracer and Sanibel Travel Trailer and Fifth Wheels Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 13 : 2022-2022 Coachmen Brookstone, Chaparral and Chaparral Lite Fifth Wheels Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 14 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Cherokee Travel Trailers and Fifth Wheels Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-556 Page 6 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Vehicle 15 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Cardinal and Wildcat Fifth Wheels Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 16 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Rockwood and Flagstaff Travel Trailers and Fifth Wheels Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 17 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Cedar Creek Fifth Wheels Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-556 Page 7 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Vehicle 18 : 2022-2022 Coachmen Viking, Clipper and Independence Trail Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 19 : 2022-2022 Coachmen Freedom Express Travel Trailer Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 20 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Georgetown Class A Motorhome Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-556 Page 8 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Vehicle 21 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. IBEX Travel Trailer Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 22 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Impression Fifth Wheels Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 23 : 2022-2022 Coachmen Mirada Class A Motorhome Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-556 Page 9 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Vehicle 24 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Ozark Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 25 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Puma Travel Trailer Recreational Vehicles Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 26 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. RPOD Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-556 Page 10 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Vehicle 27 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Sabre Fifth Wheels Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 28 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Salem Fifth Wheels & Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 29 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Sierra and Sandpiper Fifth Wheel and Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-556 Page 11 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Vehicle 30 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Sandstorm Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 31 : 2022-2022 Coachmen Shasta Oasis Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 32 : 2022-2022 Coachmen Shasta Phoenix Fifth Wheels Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-556 Page 12 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Vehicle 33 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Shockwave Toy Hauler Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 34 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Solera Class C Motorhomes Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 35 : 2022-2022 Coachmen Spirit Travel Trailer Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-556 Page 13 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Vehicle 36 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Stealth and Stealth EVO Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 37 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Surveyor Travel Trailer Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 38 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Vengeance Fifth Wheels Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-556 Page 14 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Vehicle 39 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Vibe Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 40 : 2022-2022 Coachmen Work n Play Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 41 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. XLR Toy Haulers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Per LCI’s Recall: “Recall population is from field data of all known failures produced on a specific manufacturing line. Product not included in the target population is produced using different equipment that has not shown similar potential for defects.” On July 18, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance received and amended scope from Lippert Componentโs. Using those records Forest River identified other vehicles that were involved in the scope of this recall 22E-055 See Attached Spreadsheet for Model and Quantities Production Dates : JAN 17, 2022 – JUL 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-556 Page 15 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : Per LCI’s Recall: “There is separation of welded seam at the awning fabric to coach interface.” FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : Per LCI’s Recall: “In extreme cases the fabric could detach from the coach rail and remain attached to the awning. This could cause the awning to drop and extend beyond normal operation.” Description of the Cause : Per LCI’s Recall: “Insufficient weld penetration in some areas between the fabric and the adjoining PVC extruded track.” Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : Per LCI’s Recall: “You could see a partial weld separation at the ends of the awning roll along the coach.” Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Electric retractable awnings up to 18โ in length Component Description : Electric retractable awnings up to 18โ in length Component Part Number : N/A Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : Lippert Components Inc Address : 3501 County Rd. 6 East Elkhart Indiana 46514 Country : United States Chronology : On July 7, 2022. Forest Riverโs Office of Corporate Compliance was notified by Lippert Components of a recall that was filed regarding a separation of a welded seam at the awning fabricโs coach interface. On October 13, 2022, Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance was notified of an incorrect contact phone number for one of our manufacturing plants. The phone number has been corrected and the new document has been uploaded. On July 8, 2022 Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance filed a recall Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-556 Page 16 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 On July 18, 2022, Forest Riverโs Office of Corporate Compliance (โOCCโ) was notified by Lippert Components of a scope revision. The same day, OCC began reviewing data provided to OCC by Lippert. On July 20, 2022, OCC initiated a research into each additional manufacturing plant that used the 18โ and under awning. On July 25, 2022, OCC began gathering details from the manufacturing plants that indicated which manufacturing plant and products are affected. On July 28, 2022, OCC was able to identify vehicles affected and is amending the recall. On July 29, 2022 It was decided by NHTSA and Forest River to file new recall that will supersede recall 22V486 due to the increase in models and quantities Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-556 Page 17 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : Forest River will provide all parts and labor free of charge to Consumers and Dealers. An authorized Forest River dealer will need to to inspect the fabric roll on the awning. It will be repaired or replaced, as necessary. What is the Forest River Customer Service Phone Number? Prime Time Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Sanibel, Tracer and (574) 862-1025 East to West Della Terra, Silver Lake, Tandara and Ahara (574) 264-6664 Cherokee (260) 499-2100 Rockwood and Flagstaff (574) 642-8943 IBEX & RPOD (574) 642-3119 Option 2 Salem & Wildwood & Ozark (574) 534-3167 Sierra & Sandpiper (574) 534-4574 Shasta (574) 821-1311 Shockwave (909) 873-3777 APEX and Spirit (574) 358-0401 Sportscoach, Mirada, and Pursuit (574)825-8212 Stealth & Stealth EVO (909) 873-3777 Sabre (260) 499-2100 Solera Sunseeker, Forester, FR3 and Georgetown (574) 206-7600 Adrenaline, Freedom Express and Work n Play (574) 825-6302 Vibe and Impressions (574) 327-2707 Independence Trail, Clipper and Viking (269) 467 -8281 Puma (574) 642-0606 Catalina & Aurora (574) 825-8657 Brookstone, Chaparral and Chaparral Lite (574) 825-8360 Vengeance (260 499-2100 Cardinal & Wildcat (574) 327-3706 XLR (574 )642-0432 If you have already paid for a repair that is within the scope of this defect under recall, you still need to have this recall inspected and/or performed to ensure the correct parts and procedures were utilized. Additionally, you may be eligible for a refund of previously paid repairs. Refunds will only be provided for within the scope of this defect under recall. Please send the service invoice to the following address: Forest River, Inc. Attn: WARRANTY MANAGER PO Box 30 Middlebury, IN 46540 How Remedy Component Differs LCI Awnings – 432-547-7378 3501 County Rd. 6 East Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-556 Page 18 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 from Recalled Component : Elkhart, IN 46514 Fabric weld around plastic insert will be of satisfactory assembly. Affected Component Per LCI’s Recall: “Electric retractable awnings up to 18โ in length” Replacement Component Per LCI’s Recall: “Replacement material has been certified through validated equipment parameters.” Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Per LCI’s Recall: “Shut line down on 6/14/2022, reviewed all process and machine parameters, identified potential areas for weld inconsistency and corrected the process and conducted destructive tests to prove process fix. The line resumed production on 6/16/2022 with new process.” Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Forest River has the utmost urgency in our recalls. Forest River will send suspected VIN numbers to our third party vendor that is licensed to pull data on the current owner of the vehicles (as needed) once a formal NHTSA I.D. is provided. Forest River intends on pushing the mailing out as soon as NHTSA provides any correction(s) and an Acknowledgement Letter Planned Dealer Notification Date : AUG 17, 2022 – AUG 17, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : AUG 17, 2022 – AUG 17, 2022 * NR – Not Reported
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