September 17, 2021 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V724000
Improperly Tightened Gas Quick Disconnect Fitting
A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V724
Manufacturer Forest River
, Inc.
Components EQUIPMENT
Potential Number of Units Affected 61
Summary
Forest River
, Inc. (Forest River
) is recalling certain 2022 East to West Alta Travel Trailers. The LP gas quick disconnect fitting may not have been properly tightened, which could allow gas to leak.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the fitting as necessary, and run a propane system check, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 8, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River
customer service at 1-574-264-6664. Forest River
’s number for this recall is 501-1419.
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.
RECALL 21V724, 2021-578 REMEDY INSTRUCTIONS
| Make(s): Alta Travel Trailer Model(s): Many, See Below Model Year(s): 2022 | Repair Code: RC-026-12-00-004095 Allotted Time: .60 HRS. Inspection Code: RC-026-05-00-004094 Allotted Time: .10 HRS. |
| Concern:
The LP Gas quick disconnect fitting installed onto the exterior grill by Forest River | Photo(s) Required: YES Prior Authorization Required: NO Part(s) Kit Number: N/A Part(s) Return: NO |
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.
MODELS: ALT2100MBH, ALT2800KBH, ALT2810KIK & ALT3150KBH
STEP 1: LOCATE THE LP GAS QUICK DISCONNECT THAT IS INSTALLED TO THE EXTERIOR GRILL;
STEP 2: DETERMINE IF THE LP GAS QUICK DISCONNECT IS LOOSE;
- CONNECT THE PROVIDED LP GAS HOSE TO THE QUICK DISCONNECT UNDER THE TRAILER
- CONNECT THE OTHER END OF THE PROVIDED LP GAS HOSE TO THE EXTERIOR GRILL
- TURN ON THE LP GAS SUPPLY AND OPEN THE BOTH QUICK DISCONNECT VALVES
- SPRAY WITH SOAPY WATER OR ANOTHER LP GAS LEAK DETECTOR FLUID
- VERIFY THE LP QUICK DISCONNECT ON THE EXTERIOR GRILL IS POINTED VERTICALLY DOWN
STEP 3: IF THERE IS LEAKING LP GAS, REPAIR THE FITTING;
- TIGHTEN THE QUICK DISCONNECT THAT IS ATTACHED TO THE EXTERIOR GRILL
- VERIFY THE LP QUICK DISCONNECT ON THE EXTERIOR GRILL IS POINTED VERTICALLY DOWN
- SPRAY WITH SOAPY WATER OR ANOTHER LP GAS LEAK DETECTOR FLUID UNTIL THERE ARE NO BUBBLES PRESENT THAT INDICATE A LEAK
STEP 4: IGNITE THE EXTERIOR GRILL AND BURN OFF THE APPLIANCE;
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 2022 East to West Alta travel trailer 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 LP Gas quick disconnect fitting installed onto the exterior grill by Forest River
is not tight, allowing for LP Gas to leak.
EVALUATION OF THE RISK TO THE VEHICLE AND OPERATOR(S) RELATED TO THE RECALL.
If the LP Gas quick disconnect is not tight, LP Gas may leak. This condition may lead to excessive LP Gas and increasing risk of fire, resulting in property damage or 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. The fitting will be inspected and tightened if necessary. 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 .60 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:
East to West
Forest River
, Inc.
Attn: WARRANTY MANAGER
3000 CR 6 East
Elkhart, IN 46516
Chronology :
During a routine inspection performed by Forest River
’s PDI Plant, this condition was discovered the week of September 9, 2021. The manufacturing plant began inspecting and remedying any vehicle that had a loose LPG quick disconnect on the exterior grill.
On September 10 – 14, 2021 the manufacturing plant determined this was a manufacturing installation error related to a new employee. All production records were checked to determine the affected vehicles that were in the field.
On September 14, 2021, the manufacturing plant contacted Forest Rivers Office of Corporate Compliance.
On September 17, 2021, Forest Rivers Corporate Recall Committee voted to recall.
1 Affected Product
Vehicle
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| FOREST RIVER | EAST TO WEST ALTA | 2022 |
8 Associated Documents
Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-21V724-4096.pdf 167.523KB
Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-4
RCLQRT-21V724-9357.PDF 211.141KB
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-21V724-6275.pdf 645.841KB
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-21V724-2670.PDF 214.336KB
Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
RCMN-21V724-4108.pdf 217.871KB
ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-21V724-0001.pdf 209.827KB
Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2022-1
RCLQRT-21V724-4571.PDF 211.238KB
Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2022-2
RCLQRT-21V724-6291.PDF 211.324KB
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Page 1 of 1 RECALL 21V724, 2021-578 REMEDY INSTRUCTIONS Make(s): Alta Travel Trailer Model(s): Many, See Below Model Year(s): 2022 Concern: The LP Gas quick disconnect fitting installed onto the exterior grill by Forest River
is not tight, allowing for LP Gas to leak. Repair Code: RC-026-12-00-004095 Allotted Time: .60 HRS. Inspection Code: RC-026-05-00-004094 Allotted Time: .10 HRS. Photo(s) Required: YES Prior Authorization Required: NO Part(s) Kit Number: N/A Part(s) Return: NO 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. MODELS: ALT2100MBH, ALT2800KBH, ALT2810KIK & ALT3150KBH STEP 1: LOCATE THE LP GAS QUICK DISCONNECT THAT IS INSTALLED TO THE EXTERIOR GRILL; STEP 2: DETERMINE IF THE LP GAS QUICK DISCONNECT IS LOOSE; – CONNECT THE PROVIDED LP GAS HOSE TO THE QUICK DISCONNECT UNDER THE TRAILER – CONNECT THE OTHER END OF THE PROVIDED LP GAS HOSE TO THE EXTERIOR GRILL – TURN ON THE LP GAS SUPPLY AND OPEN THE BOTH QUICK DISCONNECT VALVES – SPRAY WITH SOAPY WATER OR ANOTHER LP GAS LEAK DETECTOR FLUID – VERIFY THE LP QUICK DISCONNECT ON THE EXTERIOR GRILL IS POINTED VERTICALLY DOWN STEP 3: IF THERE IS LEAKING LP GAS, REPAIR THE FITTING; – TIGHTEN THE QUICK DISCONNECT THAT IS ATTACHED TO THE EXTERIOR GRILL – VERIFY THE LP QUICK DISCONNECT ON THE EXTERIOR GRILL IS POINTED VERTICALLY DOWN – SPRAY WITH SOAPY WATER OR ANOTHER LP GAS LEAK DETECTOR FLUID UNTIL THERE ARE NO BUBBLES PRESENT THAT INDICATE A LEAK STEP 4: IGNITE THE EXTERIOR GRILL AND BURN OFF THE APPLIANCE; STEP 5: CLAIM THE APPROPRIATE CODES LISTED AT THE TOP. SPRAY WITH SOLUTION. IF LEAKING, BUBBLE WILL APPEAR TIGHT, WITHOUT LP GAS LEAKS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL Page 1 of 2 September 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 2022 East to West Alta travel trailer 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 LP Gas quick disconnect fitting installed onto the exterior grill by Forest River
is not tight, allowing for LP Gas to leak. EVALUATION OF THE RISK TO THE VEHICLE AND OPERATOR(S) RELATED TO THE RECALL. If the LP Gas quick disconnect is not tight, LP Gas may leak. This condition may lead to excessive LP Gas and increasing risk of fire, resulting in property damage or 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. The fitting will be inspected and tightened if necessary. 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 .60 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: East to West Forest River
, Inc. Attn: WARRANTY MANAGER 3000 CR 6 East Elkhart, IN 46516 DEPARTMENT OF COMPLIANCE VEHICLE SAFETY AND RECALL MANAGEMENT BUILDING 11 423 N MAIN ST MIDDLEBURY, INDIANA 46540-9218 NHTSA RECALL: 21V724 CANADA RECALL: 2021-578 FR ID: 501-1419 <<VIN>> <<OWNER NAME/DEALERNAME>> <<ADDRESS>> <<CITY>>, <<ST>> <<ZIP-XXX>> O Integrity O Safety O Quality O Customer Service IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL Page 2 of 2 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 CUSTOMER SERVICE (574) 264-6664 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: 2021-578 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: 21V724
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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL Page 1 of 2 September 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 2022 East to West Alta travel trailer 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 8/6/2021 through 9/13/2021 DEFECT/NONCOMPLIANCE: The LP Gas quick disconnect fitting installed onto the exterior grill by Forest River
is not tight, allowing for LP Gas to leak. EVALUATION OF RISK: If the LP Gas quick disconnect is not tight, LP Gas may leak. This condition may lead to excessive LP Gas and increasing risk of fire, resulting in property damage or personal injury. SERVICE PROCEDURE: Dealership Service Department Service procedures can be found on Dealer Connect for inspection and repair. DEALER REPAIR CODES: Dealer Connect UNITED STATES CANADA REPAIR CODE DESCRIPTION ALLOWABLE HOUR(S) 21V724 2021-578 RC-026-05-00-004094 Inspect gas fitting only – no repair needed .10 21V724 2021-578 RC-026-12-00-004095 Inspect and tighten fitting .60 HELPFUL CONTACT INFORMATION: CONTACT PHONE CUSTOMER SERVICE (574) 264-6664 The Recall shall be considered the utmost priority to remedy the 2022 East to West Alta travel trailer in question. The retail consumer shall not be charged any amount of monies for remedy to their 2022 East to West Alta travel trailer listed under this Recall. If your dealership has already performed the remedy to 2022 East to West Alta travel trailer, 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 DEPARTMENT OF COMPLIANCE VEHICLE SAFETY AND RECALL MANAGEMENT BUILDING 11 423 N MAIN ST MIDDLEBURY, INDIANA 46540-9218 NHTSA RECALL: 21V724 CANADA RECALL: 2021-578 FR ID: 501-1419 <<DEALERNAME>> <<ADDRESS>> <<CITY>>, <<ST>> <<ZIP-XXX>> O Integrity O Safety O Quality O Customer Service IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL Page 2 of 2 performed on an out of warranty 2022 East to West Alta travel trailer 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.
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