NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V545
Manufacturer Forest River
, Inc.
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected 69
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 2019 Coachmen Freedom Express recreational trailers. The break-away safety switch was not wired to a constant power source, and, as a result, the switch may be inadvertently disconnected from the trailer house battery and cause the brakes to not engage if the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle.
Remedy
Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will correct the break-away safety switch wiring, free of charge. The recall began September 11, 2018. Owners may contact Coachmen Freedom Express customer service at 1-574-825-8657. Forest River’s number for this recall is 220/320-0825.
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.
Recall Acknowledgement
September 12, 2018
- 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
- Country Of Origin: China
- Package Height Of The Item Is 15.0"
- Package Length Of The Item Is 20.0"
- Package Width Of The Item Is 15.0"
- Safety Device: The electric brake emergency switch connects tow vehicle to trailer breakaway battery, automatically activates the trailer's braking system in the event of accidental separation of the trailer from the towing vehicle, ensure a safety towing
- Latch-Type Nylon Pull Pin: trailer breakaway cable used nylon pull pin to increase the reliability and safety of the wiring harness, If the pin is in the "inserted" position, the tire should be able to spin freely. Pull out the pin of the emergency disconnect switch and the tire should stop and remain firmly still
- Enough Long Electric Brake Cable For Trailer: 4FT thick braided steel with an external coating to eliminate wear and tear; 4 FT blue cable is also long enough to wire to the battery and trailer brake system wires; provide a flexible connection from the vehicle to the trailer
- High Quality: The trailer breakaway system switch equip with braided steel Lanyard, solid plastic case , high-temp metal mounting tab, high-temp metal mounting tab and Silver contact points, ensure for a superior electrical connection and protects components from the elements
- Easy To Install: the weldable metal mounting tags already have a pre-drilled hole, and simple to mount the trailer breakaway kit with a screw on your trailer
- Connects tow vehicle to trailer breakaway switch
- Actives trailer brakes when cable is released during a disconnect
- 48-inch long cable
- High-temp nylon pull
- Trailer breakaway battery and system sold separately
- For use on trailers with an existing electric brake system
- Activates trailers brakes upon separation from tow vehicle to ensure a safe stop of the trailer
- Push to Test: LED's indicate fully charged, charging or (needs) recharge
- Complete system includes: Break Away Unit,Battery&Break Away Switch
- Quick and easy installation,side-mount installation design.Weather and corrosion resistant
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