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May 10, 2024 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 24V325000
Incorrectly Wired Breakaway Switch
A breakaway switch failure increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V325
Manufacturer Forest River
, Inc.
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected 3
Summary
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024 Aurora ART26BHS travel trailers. The breakaway switch may be incorrectly wired, preventing the breakaway switch from activating if the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will rewire the breakaway switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 19, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-541-995-34477. Forest River’s number for this recall is 64-1776.
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.
Chronology :
During a routine Corporate Standards Audit during the week of May 3, 2024, it was discovered that an employee was not hooking the brake-away switch wire to the constant (battery) power side of the battery disconnect switch.
On May 7, 2024, the manufacturing plant found that it had shipped three vehicles suspected to have this condition and contacted Forest River’s Office of Corporate Compliance (“OCC”). OCC opened a research item.
On May 10, 2024, Forest Rivers Corporate Recall Committee voted to recall.
1 Affected Product
Vehicle
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| FOREST RIVER | AURORA | 2024 |
3 Associated Documents
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-24V325-7107.PDF 214.081KB
Miscellaneous Document – Stop Sale Notice – 64-1776
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Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-24V325-8024.pdf 645.936KB
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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
- High-quality surface technology: This switch is made of ABS and stainless steel materials, metal surface treatment using the latest electrophoresis technology, smooth and flat surface, corrosion and rust resistance, ABS shell with high temperature resistance, impact resistance, even long-term exposure to the outdoor environment is undamaged;
- Coiled cable: The cable is made of 1.5mm thick braided steel with an external coating to eliminate wear and tear. And it can be used without breakage; the coiled cable design can effectively prevent cable tangling problems and avoid sagging or dragging caused by long cables when the vehicle is turning or braking to ensure driving safety;
- Simple installation steps: After you get the product, you only need to put the switch on the trailer, connect one of the wires to the positive terminal of the battery box and the other to the positive terminal of the trailer electric brake system, and finally snap the cable to the running car with a climbing buckle;
- Breakaway switch features: It is small in size, almost suitable for all types of trailers, no need to worry about unusable situations. The switch is 4.33 inches long, 1.7 inches wide, and 0.83 inches high with 1.8 feet of black wire. The red wire rope is 4 feet long. The base plate is made of stainless steel, and the surface treatment is black electrophoresis;
- Just the right amount of tightness: When the trailer is disengaged, the switch will not be unable to turn on due to the broken bolt, which will cause the trailer to continue driving, causing serious accidents. And it will not cause the bolt to pull out due to accidental touch, which will affect your driving.
- Premium Materials: This breakaway switch is made of ABS plastic and stainless steel material, the metal surface is flat and smooth, corrosion-resistant, rust-resistant, and the ABS shell is heat-resistant and impact-resistant, which ensures that this trailer brake switch can be adapted to all kinds of outdoor weather
- Safety & Reliability: Our breakaway switch for trailer brake 12v can ensure that when the trailer and tractor are separated, the trailer disconnect switch is automatically applied to prevent the trailer from skidding out of control
- Coiled Breakaway Trailer Cable: Risornda trailer brake away switch comes with a 4ft coiled cable made of braided steel with a coated exterior that eliminates abrasion while protecting fingers from loose, sharp wires. Also the trailer breakaway cable has good ductility to make it above the roadway allows for a more reliable trailer-to-trailer connection
- Easy to Install: The switch box with coiled cable can be installed and used quickly and easily without complicated tools or specialized skills
- Worry-Free Warranty: Risornda offers you two years warranty and 24/7 online service, if you have any problems with breakaway Switch with coiled cable, please tell us in time, we will provide you with satisfactory solutions
- Completely sealed breakaway switch
- Automatically set trailer brakes in case of accidental trailer breakaway
- Required by law in some states
- Emergency use only, not to be used to lock brakes when parked or stored
- Reinforced nylon case, wieldable metal tab, nylon pin assembly, rust and corrosion free
- Connects tow vehicle to trailer breakaway battery
- Actives trailer brakes when cable is released during a disconnect
- Silver contact points for a superior electrical connection
- Features a high-temp metal mounting tab and nylon pull pin
- Nylon case protects components from the elements
- 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"
- Material: Replace Your Trailer Splitter With This Durable Switch Kit, The switch body is made of 304 stainless steel. It is rust-proof, waterproof, corrosion-resistant, high-temperature resistant, etc. to make you and the trailer safer when towing, and provide a safer and more effective connection for the trailer.
- The 6ft cable extends well when towing, and the coil maintains enough tension to keep the cable position above the road for a more reliable connection from the tractor to the trailer.
- Protect your fingers from loose, sharp wires. Our 6ft cable has a finger protection coating
- PRODUCT INCLUDES: A complete set of detachable safety system replacement parts - including a switch box with coiled cable. Recommended for bumper tow trailers. Easy connection with included spring clips
- If there is any problem with this trailer disconnect switch, please contact customer service in time, you will get satisfactory results.
- Replacement RV Camper Breakaway Switch: 12V Trailer Breakaway Switch with 4 feet coiled lanyard adds safety while towing by activating the trailer's electric brakes to your trailer when accidently separates from tow vehicle; Connects tow vehicle to trailer breakaway battery
- Well Built: Completely sealed breakaway switch trailer cable is made of 4mm thick braided steel; Features reinforced nylon case, wieldable metal tab, nylon pin for easy release and a looped end for easy attach to your trailer hitch
- Coiled Design: Stainless steel spring towing coiled wire design protect the Trailer Emergency Breakaway Cable from dragging on the ground, extend to 4 feet
- How to Wire: Splice one wire from the switch into the Trailer Brake Wire running from Trailer Connector to the Brakes; Then, connect the breakaway switch's another wire to Battery Box's Brake Wire; This connection will send power to breakaway switch
- Mounting the Breakaway Kit: Mount the breakaway switch close to the trailer coupler so the cable can be attached to the vehicle; The breakaway switch cable needs to be secured to the vehicle bumper or frame
- ✅304 STAINLESS STEEL MATERIAL: Replace Your Trailer Splitter With This Durable Switch Kit, The switch body is made of 304 stainless steel. It is rust-proof, waterproof, corrosion-resistant, high-temperature resistant, etc. to make you and the trailer safer when towing, and provide a safer and more effective connection for the trailer
- ✅ COILED CABLE : The cable is made of 3.3mm thick braided steel with an external coating to eliminate wear and tear. And it can be used without breakage; the coiled cable design can effectively prevent cable tangling problems and avoid sagging or dragging caused by long cables when the vehicle is turning or braking to ensure driving safety
- ✅ BREAKAWAY SWITCH FEATURES: It is small in size, almost suitable for all types of trailers, no need to worry about unusable situations.The base plate is made of stainless steel, and the surface treatment is black electrophoresis
- ✅ SIMPLE INSTALLATION STEPS : After you get the product, you only need to put the switch on the trailer, connect one of the wires to the positive terminal of the battery box and the other to the positive terminal of the trailer electric brake system, and finally snap the cable to the running car with a climbing buckle
- ✅PRODUCT SIZE: 4FT cable extends well when towing, and the coil maintains enough tension to keep the cable position above the road for a more reliable connection from the tractor to the trailer. EEBBL cable has a finger protection coating
- Safety and Security: Trailer brake controller activates automatically upon separation from the tractor, preventing loss of control from broken bolts or accidental operation. It safeguards driving safety, prevents serious accidents, and ensures trailer stability and reliability
- Excellent Material: Trailer brake away kit is made of ABS plastic and carbon steel material, smooth surface, high strength, corrosion resistance.ABS shell is high temperature and impact resistant, suitable for long term use in outdoor environment, ensuring the stability and durability of the trailer brake switch
- Coiled Cable: Trailer breakaway cable is equipped with 4.5 mm thick braided steel cable and reinforced nylon shell, fully sealed to resist abrasion and protect fingers. Total length of 4 feet, with high ductility, coiled design effectively prevents tangling, ensuring safe and stable towing process
- Easy to Install: Attach the breakaway switch to the trailer using bolts. Then, connect one wire to the positive terminal of the battery box and the other wire to the positive terminal of the trailer's electric brake system. Finally, secure the cables to the moving vehicle using the provided climbing clips
- Application: Measuring 4.32 inches long, 1.5 inches wide, and 0.89 inches high, trailer breakaway switch has a compact design and is suitable for use on a suspended trailer. It can be well used for trailer off-road conversion, RV autopilot and so on, providing a stable and reliable connection
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STOP SALE NOTICE
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May 10, 2024
Pursuant to USC49CFR §577.13 – Notification to Dealerships and Distributors – Paragraph B
“It is a violation of Federal Law for a dealer to deliver a new motor vehicle or any new or used item of motor vehicle equipment (including a tire) covered by the notification under a sale or lease until the defect or noncompliance is remedied. Substantial civil penalties apply to violations of this law.”
Pursuant to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Act; 49 CFR Part 573.11; this notice shall serve as a formal
SAFETY RECALL – STOP SALE NOTIFICATION.
2024 AURORA ART26BHS TRAVEL TRAILERS
Forest River has decided that a safety defect exists in certain 2024 Aurora ART26BHS Travel Trailer Recreational Vehicles. Forest River is recalling the defective model(s) to ensure the safety of our future retail consumers and your dealership. Forest River is issuing a Stop Sale Notice effective immediately.
Please access your Home Page on Dealer Connect to verify if your Dealership has units in stock that are subject to this recall. Enter the Service Campaign number referenced above in the “Campaign Search” field, click on the “Campaign ID Number”. Next, select “MY VINS”. Not all Dealers have units in stock that are affected by this recall.
DEFECT/NONCOMPLIANCE:
The breakaway switch may not be correctly wired to constant hot. This condition may lead to the failure of the brake-away switch to activate in an emergency.
EVALUATION OF RISK:
This condition may lead to the failure of the brake-away switch to activate in an emergency. This condition may increase the risk of a crash.
SERVICE PROCEDURE:
The remedy for this recall is under development. A second notice will be issued once the remedy is available.
HELPFUL CONTACT INFORMATION:
CONTACT
PHONE
CUSTOMER SERVICE
(541) 995-3447
SERVICE CAMPAIGN: 001103
FR ID: 64-1776
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24V-325
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Forest River, Inc. MAY 10, 2024 NHTSA Recall No. : 24V-325 Manufacturer Recall No. : 64-1776
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 : 3
Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information :
Vehicle 1 : 2024-2024 Forest River Inc. Aurora ART26BHS Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : The scope was determined to begin at the inception of the model.
2024 AURORA ART26BHS 3
Grand Total 3 Production Dates : DEC 18, 2023 – APR 16, 2024
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : The breakaway switch may not be correctly wired to constant hot. This condition may lead to the failure of the brake-away switch to activate in an emergency.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : This condition may lead to the failure of the brake-away switch to activate in an emergency. This condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Description of the Cause : Manufacturing error.
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
None
Involved Components : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24V-325 Page 2 Component Name 1 : 12V Wiring Component Description : 12V Wiring Component Part Number : N/A Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : NR Address : NR
NR
Country : NR Chronology :
During a routine Corporate Standards Audit during the week of May 3, 2024, it was discovered that an employee was not hooking the brake-away switch wire to the constant (battery) power side of the battery disconnect switch. On May 7, 2024, the manufacturing plant found that it had shipped three vehicles suspected to have this condition and contacted Forest River’s Office of Corporate Compliance (“OCC”). OCC opened a research item. On May 10, 2024, Forest Rivers Corporate Recall Committee voted to recall. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24V-325
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
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 perform the remedy to wire the breakaway switch properly.
What is the Forest River Customer Service Phone Number? (541) 995-3447 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:
Cherokee Oregon Forest River, Inc.
Attn: WARRANTY MANAGER
30725 Diamond Hill
Harrisburg, OR 97446
How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
12V Wiring
The breakaway switch will now be wired properly. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The employee was trained correctly and began fixing all vehicles on the manufacturing line and in the yard the same date, May 3, 2024. 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 : JUN 19, 2024 – JUN 19, 2024
Planned Owner Notification Date : JUN 19, 2024 – JUN 19, 2024
* NR – Not Reported
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