410-1342 - Allure Swivel Dining Chair May Break - 2021 Forest River Columbus Fifth Wheel Trailers

May 20, 2021 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V371000

There would be an increased risk of injury if the chair legs detach while the chair is occupied.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V371

Manufacturer Forest River, Inc.

Components SEATS, EQUIPMENT

Potential Number of Units Affected 226

Summary

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Columbus Fifth Wheel trailers. The legs on the Allure Swivel Dining chair may detach from the chair body.

Remedy

Dealers will install a hardware kit to reinforce the chair legs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-821-1487. Forest River’s number for this recall is 410-1342.

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 21V371, 2021-301 REMEDY INSTRUCTIONS

Make(s): Columbus
Model(s): CMF392MB & CMF390RL
Model Year(s): 2021

Repair Code: RC-090-03-00-004064
Allotted Time: .50 HRS for 2 Chairs
Inspection Code: N/A
Allotted Time: N/A

Concern:

The Allure Swivel Dining Chair installed in certain vehicles may fail. There is a potential that the legs may detach from the chair body.

Photo(s) Required: NO
Prior Authorization Required: NO
Part(s) Kit Number: F100267647
Part(s) Return: N/A

Disconnect the vehicles’ battery Positive and Negative, disconnect any House battery(s) Positive and Negative, if equipped with a generator ensure it is off and lastly, ensure the vehicle is disconnected from shore power. Block any tires/wheels to prevent the vehicle from rolling. Failure to do so may result in electrocution, fire or other personal injury, property damage and/or death.

STEP 1: REMOVE THE SEATING CHAIR FROM THE CHAIR BASE AND SET ASIDE;

STEP 2: INSPECT THE LEGS AND HORIZONTAL PIECES TO ENSURE THEY ARE CORRECTLY CONNECTED;

STEP 3: SET THE MENDING PLATE ON THE CHAIR FRAME AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 1. MARK THE HOLE CENTERS CAREFULLY. PRE-DRILL A PILOT HOLE THE PROPER SIZE AND DEPTH FOR THE PROPER WOOD SCREWS;

STEP 4: INSTALL FOUR MENDING PLATES ON THE TOP SIDE, CONNECTING THE HORIZONTAL PIECES WITH THE CHAIR LEG (FIGURE 1);

STEP 5: TURN THE CHAIR BASE OVER AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 2;

STEP 6: PLACE THE 90° BRACKETS IN THE CORNERS AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 2. MARK THE HOLE CENTERS

CAREFULLY. PRE-DRILL A PILOT HOLE THE PROPER SIZE AND DEPTH FOR THE PROPER WOOD SCREWS;

STEP 7: INSTALL FOUR 90° BRACKETS AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 2, SECURING THE 90° CORNERS;

STEP 8: CLAIM THE REPAIR CODE.

This Notice applies to your vehicle VIN listed above.

Dear Forest River Customer:

This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act. This notice is also sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Forest River – Office of Corporate Compliance (“OCC”) has decided that a defect, which relates to the motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2021 Columbus Fifth Wheel 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?

The Allure Swivel Dining Chair installed in certain vehicles may fail. There is a potential that the legs may detach from the chair body.

EVALUATION OF THE RISK TO THE VEHICLE AND OPERATOR(S) RELATED TO THE RECALL.

If there is an occupant in the chair and if the chair leg breaks, it could cause the occupant to fall, causing personal injury.

WHAT IS FOREST RIVER AND OUR DEALERSHIPS GOING TO DO?

Forest River is notifying dealerships of the recall. You may have the recall corrected at any Forest River dealership. However, 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. An authorized Forest River Dealer or Service Center will need to perform the repairs to add a top mending plate and a bottom 90° angle installed to the four legs. This will reinforce them so there is not a potential for the legs to detach from the rest of the chair body. 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 .25 hours per chair. 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:

Columbus
Forest River, Inc.
Attn: WARRANTY MANAGER
105 14^th Ave
Middlebury IN, 46540

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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
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06/9/2021
This Notice applies to your vehicle VIN listed above.
Dear Forest River Customer:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act. This notice is also sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Forest River – Office of Corporate Compliance (“OCC”) has decided that a defect, which relates to the motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2021 Columbus Fifth Wheel 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?
The Allure Swivel Dining Chair installed in certain vehicles may fail. There is a potential that the legs may detach from the chair body.
EVALUATION OF THE RISK TO THE VEHICLE AND OPERATOR(S) RELATED TO THE RECALL.
If there is an occupant in the chair and if the chair leg breaks, it could cause the occupant to fall, causing personal injury.
WHAT IS FOREST RIVER AND OUR DEALERSHIPS GOING TO DO?
Forest River is notifying dealerships of the recall. You may have the recall corrected at any Forest River dealership. However, 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. An authorized Forest River Dealer or Service Center will need to perform the repairs to add a top mending plate and a bottom 90° angle installed to the four legs. This will reinforce them so there is not a potential for the legs to detach from the rest of the chair body. 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 .25 hours per chair. 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:
Columbus
Forest River, Inc.
Attn: WARRANTY MANAGER
105 14th Ave
Middlebury IN, 46540
DEPARTMENT OF COMPLIANCE
VEHICLE SAFETY AND RECALL MANAGEMENT
BUILDING 11
423 N MAIN ST
MIDDLEBURY, INDIANA 46540-9218
NHTSA RECALL: 21V371
CANADA RECALL: 2021-301
FR ID: 410-1342
<<VIN>>
<<OWNER NAME/DEALERNAME>>
<<ADDRESS>>
<<CITY>>, <<ST>> <<ZIP-XXX>>
O Integrity
O Safety
O Quality
O Customer Service
IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
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What if you no longer own this vehicle?
If you no longer own this vehicle and have the address for the current owner, please forward this letter to the new owner within 10 working days after the day in which the notice is received. You have received this letter because government regulations require that a notification is sent to the last known owner of record. Our records indicate that you are the current owner.
PLEASE NOTE: FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES THAT ANY VEHICLE LESSOR RECEIVING THIS RECALL NOTICE MUST FORWARD A COPY OF THIS NOTICE TO THE LESSEE WITHIN TEN DAYS.
MAY FOREST RIVER ASSIST YOU FURTHER?
If you have difficulties getting your vehicle repaired, please contact your Forest River Representative listed below:
CONTACT
PHONE
EMAIL
Columbus Customer Service
(574) 821-1487 [email protected]
If you are still having difficulty getting your vehicle repaired in a reasonable amount of time or without charge, you may write to the following address:
For Canadian Owners Please Contact:
Head of Recalls
Motor Vehicle Safety Investigations Laboratory
Transport Canada
80 Noël street, Gatineau, Quebec, J8Z 0A1
Telephone (800) 333-0510
Facsimile (819) 420-4292
Recall ID: 2021-301
For US Owners Please Contact:
Administrator
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
1200 New Jersey Ave, S.E.
Washington, D.C. 20590
Or you may call the toll free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or (TTY: 1-800-424-9153).
Or visit www.safercar.gov and search;
Recall ID: 21V371

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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
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06/9/2021
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.”
–Forest River motorized and towable products are contained in this section-
CANADA: Pursuant to the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Act, section 5
Companies who sell new non-complying vehicles may be in violation of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Substantial penalties apply to violations of this law. This notice is being sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act. This is to inform you that your vehicle may contain a defect that could affect the safety of a person.
Forest River – Office of Corporate Compliance (“OCC”) has decided that a safety defect exists in certain 2021 Columbus Fifth Wheel recreational vehicles. Forest River is recalling the defect model(s) to ensure the safety of our future retail consumers and your dealership. Forest River apologizes for any inconvenience this action may cause your dealership; however, safety continued satisfaction and our commitment to building great products are of the utmost importance to Forest River.
The identified VIN referenced in the attached document(s).
The designated Date range of production is 9/21/2020 through 4/30/2021
DEFECT/NONCOMPLIANCE:
The Allure Swivel Dining Chair installed in certain vehicles may fail. There is a potential that the legs may detach from the chair body.
EVALUATION OF RISK:
If there is an occupant in the chair and if the chair leg breaks, it could cause the occupant to fall, causing personal injury.
SERVICE PROCEDURE:
Dealership Service Department procedure for addressing the repairs to the chairs to add reinforcement can be found on Dealer Connect.
WHAT IS THE PART NUMBER OF THE REMEDY KIT?
F100267647
DEALER REPAIR CODES: Dealer Connect
UNITED
STATES
CANADA
REPAIR
CODE
DESCRIPTION
ALLOWABLE HOUR(S)
21V371
2021-301
RC-090-03-00-004064
ALLURE DINING CHAIRS REPAIR
.5 FOR BOTH CHAIRS
HELPFUL CONTACT INFORMATION:
CONTACT
PHONE
EMAIL
COLUMBUS CUSTOMER SERVICE
(574) 821-1487
[email protected]
DEPARTMENT OF COMPLIANCE
VEHICLE SAFETY AND RECALL MANAGEMENT
BUILDING 11
423 N MAIN ST
MIDDLEBURY, INDIANA 46540-9218
NHTSA RECALL: 21V371
CANADA RECALL: 2021-301
FR ID: 410-1342
<<DEALERNAME>>
<<ADDRESS>>
<<CITY>>, <<ST>> <<ZIP-XXX>>
O Integrity
O Safety
O Quality
O Customer Service
IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
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The Recall shall be considered the utmost priority to remedy the 2021 Columbus Fifth Wheel in question. The retail consumer shall not be charged any amount of monies for remedy to their 2021 Columbus Fifth Wheel listed under this Recall.
If your dealership has already performed the remedy to 2021 Columbus Fifth Wheel, your dealership is entitled to the reimbursement as stated above by filing a claim using the indicated repair code(s). If the remedy needs to be performed on an out of warranty 2021 Columbus Fifth Wheel in which the VIN falls under as stated in the identified VIN listing, your dealership is entitled to the reimbursement as stated above by filing a claim using the indicated repair code(s).
Notice:
In no manner shall a Forest River Product Owner or Coachmen Product Owner be charged any fee(s) for scheduling, conduction or completion of the recall. Additionally, all dealership(s) that are Forest River and/or Coachmen dealership(s) are Federally Mandated to perform the recall once presented with this recall whether by the Owner or Dealership receipt of this letter, without denial of service to the Owner. Lastly, denial of a remedy for this recall is a Federal Violation punishable by law resulting substantial fines and/or civil penalties.
Federal Regulation requires that any lessor receiving this Recall must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days. If your dealership no longer owns this vehicle, please inform the Warranty Manager of the product listed above of the change of ownership.