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March 8, 2022 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 22V135000
Loose wires may contact each other and cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V135
Manufacturer Forest River, Inc.
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected 1,009
Summary
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River
) is recalling certain 2022 Coachmen Catalina, Aurora, Apex, Freedom Express, Spirit, Work N Play, Forest River
XLR Toy Hauler, Vengeance, Sabre, Cherokee, and Cardinal travel trailers and fifth wheels. The wire cord that connects to the back of the 50AMP shore power inlet may be loose.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the shore cord inlet, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2022. Owners may contact the following customer service numbers: Forest River 1-574-825-4995; Catalina & Aurora 1-574-825-8657; APEX 1-574-825-8205; Freedom Express & Work n Play 1-574-825-6302; Cardinal 1-574-296-7700; Cherokee and Vengeance 1-260-499-2100; Sabre 1-574-642-2100; and XLR 1-574-642-0432. Forest River
’s number for this recall is 51-1485.
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.
ZH Brothers International, the manufacturer and importer of Epicord Part No. 93379, 50A Shore Power Inlets, has initiated a safety recall of a specific population of these products. We have enclosed a copy of ZH Brothers’ Amended Defect Information Report (DIR), which was filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on March 26, 2022 (Recall No. 22E023). As we advised you in our “Product Containment Request” dated March 15, 2022, these parts were received into Patrick Distribution’s stock on February 1 and February 9, 2022, and supplied to you between February 2 and February 22, 2022.
ZH Brothers is instructing customers to conduct a torque check on the lug bolts of inlets from the suspect lots. If proper torque cannot be confirmed, the inlet should be replaced.
We are working with ZH Brothers to facilitate this recall campaign. Accordingly, you should submit your claims for parts and labor through the existing Patrick Distribution warranty claims process.
If you have any questions, please contact Orrin Price at (574) 612-6271 or priceo@patrickind.com.
RECALL 22V135 / 2022-106 REMEDY INSTRUCTIONS
Make(s): MANY, SEE BELOW Model(s): MANY, SEE BELOW Model Year(s): 2022 | Repair Code: RC-003-01-00-004163 Allotted Time: .25 HRS. Inspection Code: RC-003-05-00-004162 Allotted Time: .25 HRS |
Concern: If the lugs on the shore cord inlet are loose and wire(s) dislodge, the wire(s) may contact/short/arc. This may lead to a fire and personal injury. | Photo(s) Required: YES, PRIOR Prior Authorization Required: NO Part(s) Kit Number: 93379 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.
CERTAIN MODELS:
APEX – APTT256BHS, APTT265RBSS, APTT266BHS & APTT293RLDS AURORA – AART29ATH, AART29QBS, AART31KDS & AART34BHTS CARDINAL – CAF320RLX, CAF320RLX-W, CAF380RLX & CAF380RLX-W CATALINA – ACAT293QBCKLE, ACAT293QBCKLE-W, ACAT303QBCKLE, ACAT303QBCKLE-W, ACAT303RKDSLE, ACAT303RKDSLE-W, ACAT30THS, ACAT30THS-W, ACAT323BHDSCKLE, ACAT323BHDSCKLE-W, ACAT343BHTSLE & ACAT343BHTSLE-W
CHEROKEE – ACKT264DBH, ACKT264DBHBL, ACKT274BRB, ACKT274BRBBL, ACKT274RK, ACKT274RKBL, ACKT274WK, ACKT274WKBL, ACKT294BH, ACKT294GEBG, ACKT294KM, ACKT29QB, ACKT29RRTBL, ACKT29TE, ACKT29TEBL, ACKT304BH, ACKT304RK, ACKT306MM, ACKT306MMBL, ACKT324TS, CCKT25RRT, CCKT25RRTBL, CCKT26MBRR, CCKT27DBH, CCKT27RR, CCKT27RRBL, CCKT29BRB, CCKT29BRBBL, CKF287BH-75, CKF291RL-75, CKF321BH-75, CKF327MB-75, CKF3550SUITE-75, CKF3660SUITE-75, CKF3770SUITE-75, CKF3880SUITE-75, CKF3990SUITE-75, CKT26DBH-L-76, CKT26RK-L-76, CKT26RL-L-76, CKT28FK-L-76, CKT30DBH-L-76, CKT30RDB-L-76 & CKT33BH-L-76
CHEROKEE TOY HAULER – CKF310PACK10, CKF315PACK12, CKF325PACK13 & CKF345PACK14.5
FREEDOM EXPRESS – FET29SE-320 SABRE – SRF36BHQ-C, SRF37FLH-C, SRF37FLL-C & SRF38DBQ-C SPIRIT – SBT2557RB VENGEANCE – VGF351G2-81, VGF371A13-81, VGF383G2-81 & VGF4007VG2-81 WORK AND PLAY – WPT23LT & WPT27LT XLR TOY HAULER – XLT27LRLE-79, XLT27QB-79B, XLT29QBX-79B & XLT31QB-79B
INSPECTION/REMEDY INSTRUCTIONS ARE LOCATED IN DEALER CONNECT!
STEP 1: PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSPECTION, AND, IF REQUIRED, THE REMEDY INSTRUCTIONS FROM PATRICK INDUSTRIES.
NOTE: IF A REPLACEMENT INLET IS REQUIRED, TAKE PHOTOS OF THE REMOVED INLET AND EMAIL PATRICK INDUSTRIES AT p100returns@patrickind.com OR CALL PATRICK INDUSTRIES AT (574) 970-8282 TO REQUEST A REPLACEMENT 50AMP INLET.
CLAIM THE INSPECTION OR REPAIR CODE THROUGH FOREST RIVERS’ DEALERCONNECT.
****Product Safety Notice***
March, 14, 2022
We have determined that a potential defect which relates to the safety of the end consumer exists in your unit.
If you are reading this then your manufacturer has already notified you of a potential issue with your unit. Refer to your Original Equipment Manufacturer’s notice for specific vehicle identification number (VIN#) and please follow instructions included below.
EPICORD 50A POWER INLET REVIEW PROCEDURE
STEP 1. Locate the 50A inlet on the side or rear of the RV in question to determine what brand of power inlet is installed. If the inlet is EPICORD brand and looks like the below picture, proceed to step 2. If the Inlet on your unit looks different than the picture below, a substitution may have been made at the OEM and no further action is needed.
STEP 2. Move to the inside of the RV to locate the load center. Once the load center is located, turn the 50A main breaker to the OFF positon.
STEP 3. After turning the 50A main breaker to the OFF position, remove the four mounting screws located on the face of the inlet and pull the inlet out of the RV wall.
SAVE THESE SCREWS AS THEY WILL BE NEEDED TO REINSTALL THE INLET.
STEP 4. After pulling the inlet out of the RV wall, remove the two screws on the inside of the inlet. This will allow you to remove the housing from the back side of the inlet.
STEP 5. Unscrew the strain relief on the back of the housing to allow room for the wires to move.
STEP 6. First make a visual inspection of wires. Make sure they are seated properly within the lugs so that there is no sheathing or wire jacket under the lugs preventing proper securement. Once visual inspection looks correct, check EACH lug for proper torque setting of 20 in/lb. If torque specification is met, on EACH lug then skip to steps 13-16 for reinstallation.
****WARNING****
If torque specification cannot be met, the part is defective and needs replaced. This will be evident by the torque screwdriver slipping off of the lug prior to reaching the specified 20in/lbs.
If the Inlet is deemed defective, please proceed to step 7 for replacement instructions.
STEP 7. Loosen each of the lugs which are securing the four wires into the body of the device. Pull the wires out of the device and through the strain relief located on the back side of the device.
STEP 8. Cut the 6/3 wire so that you are starting with fresh wire leads.
STEP 9. Strip back 1 1/2” of exterior sheathing detail (A) for ease of wire hook up. Inspect each wire for any signs of bare copper around sheathing. If any signs of bare copper make sure to cut out bad wire and start process over again. Straighten out the individual wires to orient them roughly in a straight line. Strip back conductor jacket back 3/4” in detail (B) from wire for proper application.
STEP 10. After all four wires have been properly prepared, loosen the strain relief before running wires through the back side of the housing utilizing the round hole in the back body of the inlet. * DO NOT TIGHTEN CONNECTOR ONTO THE WIRE YET. *
STEP 11. Insert each individual wire into its appropriate connection.
a. Black wire goes into the hole marked black.
b. White wire goes into the hole marked white.
c. Red wire goes into the hole marked red.
d. Bare copper wire (ground) goes into the hole marked green.
STEP 12. Insert each wire completely into its appropriate lug and screw it down making sure there is no sheathing or conductor jacket under the lugs. Torque each connection lug to the manufacturer’s recommended setting of 20 inch pounds.
STEP 13. Slide the back body of the device down the wire and align properly with the back of inlet.
STEP 14. Reinstall the 2 screws to secure housing to inlet and tighten the rear strain relief.
STEP 15. Re-insert the EPICORD 50A inlet back into the wall of the RV and secure using the four screws removed in step 4 above. Please be sure to clear away any old caulking and reseal as per manufacturers standard operating procedure.
STEP 16. Proceed inside the unit and turn the 50A main breaker located in the load center to the ON position. You have now completed the reinstallation of your 50A EPICORD inlet.
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act. This notice is also sent in accordance with the requirements of the United States’ National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Forest River has decided that a defect, which relates to the motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2022 Catalina, Aurora, Cherokee, APEX, Freedom Express, Work n’ Play and XLR Travel Trailers, as well as certain 2022 Cardinal, Cherokee Toy Hauler, Sabre and Vengeance 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 lugs on the shore cord inlet may not be tightened properly.
EVALUATION OF THE RISK TO THE VEHICLE AND OPERATOR(S) RELATED TO THE RECALL.
If the lugs on the shore cord inlet are loose and wire(s) dislodge, the wire(s) may contact/short/arc. This may lead to a fire and 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, which will include inspection of the lugs torque and wiring at the shore cord inlet and replace if necessary. It is preferable if you have your selling dealership perform the remedy to tighten the lugs on the shore cord inlet’s wiring. 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 coachmenrv.com/dealer-locator for dealer locations.
HOW LONG WILL THE REMEDY PROCESS TAKE?
The estimated time of repair is .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:
Sabre
Forest River, Inc.
Attn: Warranty Manager
2577 E Kercher Rd
Goshen, IN 46528
Cardinal
Forest River, Inc.
Attn: Warranty Manager
3603 S. Nappanee St.
Elkhart, IN 46517
Cherokee and Vengeance
Forest River, Inc.
Attn: Warranty Manager
1500 N Detroit St.
LaGrange, IN 46761
Catalina, Aurora, APEX, Freedom Express and Work n Play
Forest River, Inc.
Attn: Warranty Manager
423 N Main St.
Middlebury, IN 46540
XLR
Forest River, Inc.
Attn: Warranty Manager
2421 Century Dr.
Goshen, IN 46528
Chronology :
On February 25, 2022, during a routine Corporate Quality Inspection of the manufacturing plant it was found that the 6AWG wire that connects to the rear of the 50AMP shore power inlet may be loose. During investigation ending on March 3, 2022, it was determined by the partner supplier that a substitution of material (due to lack of material) to make the lug which was a harder material than specified. This caused the stamping of the “Phillips Head” not be at the required specified depth.
On March 4, 2022, Forest River’s Corporate Recall Committee voted to recall.
On March 14, 2022 The quantity of vehicles was updated due to a clerical error from 991 to 1,009. All Models and Quantities on the attached document are correct.
11 Affected Products
Vehicles
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
COACHMEN | APEX | 2022 |
COACHMEN | AURORA | 2022 |
COACHMEN | CATALINA | 2022 |
COACHMEN | FREEDOM EXPRESS | 2022 |
COACHMEN | SPIRIT | 2022 |
COACHMEN | WORK AND PLAY | 2022 |
FOREST RIVER![]() | CARDINAL | 2022 |
FOREST RIVER![]() | CHEROKEE | 2022 |
FOREST RIVER![]() | SABRE | 2022 |
FOREST RIVER![]() | VENGEANCE | 2022 |
FOREST RIVER![]() | XLR TOYHAULER | 2022 |
10 Associated Documents
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-22V135-9446.PDF 220.444KB
Recall 573 Report – 3/14/2022
RCLRPT-22V135-7115.PDF 220.534KB
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-22V135-6909.pdf 688.402KB
Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-22V135-8832.pdf 577.64KB
ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-22V135-6062.pdf 177.702KB
Miscellaneous Document – Patrick Distribution – Letter Notifying Customers of ZH Brothers Recall
RMISC-22V135-1707.pdf 450.468KB
Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
RCMN-22V135-1097.pdf 207.857KB
Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2022-2
RCLQRT-22V135-8022.PDF 211.126KB
Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2022-3
RCLQRT-22V135-2307.PDF 211.222KB
Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2022-4
RCLQRT-22V135-3009.PDF 211.315KB
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Recall of Certain 50A Shore Power Inlets (P/N 93379) by ZH Brothers International MARCH 31, 2022 Dear Valued Customer: ZH Brothers International, the manufacturer and importer of Epicord Part No. 93379, 50A Shore Power Inlets, has initiated a safety recall of a specific population of these products. We have enclosed a copy of ZH Brothers’ Amended Defect Information Report (DIR), which was filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on March 26, 2022 (Recall No. 22E023). As we advised you in our “Product Containment Request” dated March 15, 2022, these parts were received into Patrick Distribution’s stock on February 1 and February 9, 2022, and supplied to you between February 2 and February 22, 2022. ZH Brothers is instructing customers to conduct a torque check on the lug bolts of inlets from the suspect lots. If proper torque cannot be confirmed, the inlet should be replaced. We are working with ZH Brothers to facilitate this recall campaign. Accordingly, you should submit your claims for parts and labor through the existing Patrick Distribution warranty claims process. If you have any questions, please contact Orrin Price at (574) 612-6271 or priceo@patrickind.com. * * * Thank you for your cooperation. We apologize for the inconvenience this issue may cause. Sincerely, Patrick Distribution Enclosure (ZH Brothers International – Defect Information Report (3/26/22))
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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL Page 1 of 2 April 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 of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act. This notice is also sent in accordance with the requirements of the United States’ National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Forest River has decided that a defect, which relates to the motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2022 Catalina, Aurora, Cherokee, APEX, Freedom Express, Work n’ Play and XLR Travel Trailers, as well as certain 2022 Cardinal, Cherokee Toy Hauler, Sabre and Vengeance 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 lugs on the shore cord inlet may not be tightened properly. EVALUATION OF THE RISK TO THE VEHICLE AND OPERATOR(S) RELATED TO THE RECALL. If the lugs on the shore cord inlet are loose and wire(s) dislodge, the wire(s) may contact/short/arc. This may lead to a fire and 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, which will include inspection of the lugs torque and wiring at the shore cord inlet and replace if necessary. It is preferable if you have your selling dealership perform the remedy to tighten the lugs on the shore cord inlet’s wiring. 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 coachmenrv.com/dealer-locator for dealer locations. HOW LONG WILL THE REMEDY PROCESS TAKE? The estimated time of repair is .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: DEPARTMENT OF COMPLIANCE VEHICLE SAFETY AND RECALL MANAGEMENT BUILDING 11 423 N MAIN ST MIDDLEBURY, INDIANA 46540-9218 NHTSA RECALL: 22V135 CANADA RECALL: 2022-106 FR ID: 51-1485 <<VIN>> <<OWNER NAME/DEALERNAME>> <<ADDRESS>> <<CITY>>, <<ST>> <<ZIP-XXX>> O Integrity O Safety O Quality O Customer Service Cardinal Forest River, Inc. Attn: Warranty Manager 3603 S. Nappanee St. Elkhart, IN 46517 Cherokee and Vengeance Forest River, Inc. Attn: Warranty Manager 1500 N Detroit St. LaGrange, IN 46761 Sabre Forest River, Inc. Attn: Warranty Manager 2577 E Kercher Rd Goshen, IN 46528 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 CATALINA CUSTOMER SERVICE (574) 825-6241 AURORA CUSTOMER SERVICE (574) 825-6327 APEX CUSTOMER SERVICE (574) 825-8205 FREEDOM EXPRESS & WORK N’ PLAY CUSTOMER SERVICE (574) 825-6302 CARDINAL CUSTOMER SERVICE (574) 296-7700 CHEROKEE & SABRE CUSTOMER SERVICE (260) 499-2100 XLR CUSTOMER SERVICE (574) 642-0432 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: 2022-106 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: 22V135 Sincerely, Forest River, Inc. Office of Corporate Compliance Catalina, Aurora, APEX, Freedom Express and Work n Play Forest River, Inc. Attn: Warranty Manager 423 N Main St. Middlebury, IN 46540 XLR Forest River, Inc. Attn: Warranty Manager 2421 Century Dr. Goshen, IN 46528
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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL Page 1 of 2 March 28, 2022 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 has decided that a safety defect exists in certain 2022 Catalina, Aurora, Cherokee, APEX, Freedom Express, Work n’ Play and XLR Travel Trailers, as well as certain 2022 Cardinal, Cherokee Toy Hauler, Sabre and Vengeance 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 2/2/2022 through 3/3/2022 DEFECT/NONCOMPLIANCE: The lugs on the shore cord inlet may not be tightened properly. EVALUATION OF RISK: If the lugs on the shore cord inlet are loose and wire(s) dislodge, the wire(s) may contact/short/arc. This may lead to a fire and personal injury. SERVICE PROCEDURE: Dealership Service Department procedures can be found on Dealer Connect. PARTS AND RETURN: Pictures are required upon inspection and claims should be submitted using the Inspect Job Operation Code though Forest Rivers’ Dealer Connect. If the inlet fails inspection and needs replaced please sbumit an email with a picture of the removed inlet to p100returns@patrickind.com or call (574) 970-8282 to request a no charge replacement 50 AMP inlet P/N 93379 Submit your claim using the Inspect and Replace Job Operation Code through Forest Rivers’ Dealer Connect. Pictures of the inspection/remedy are a condition of payment in which must be provided with a claim against the repair code(s). Parts do not need returned. DEALER REPAIR CODES: Dealer Connect UNITED STATES CANADA REPAIR CODE DESCRIPTION ALLOWABLE HOUR(S) 22V135 2022-106 RC-003-05-00-004162 Inspect Shore Cord Inlet .25 HRS. 22V135 2022-106 RC-003-01-00-004163 Inspect and Replace Cord Inlet .50 HRS. DEPARTMENT OF COMPLIANCE VEHICLE SAFETY AND RECALL MANAGEMENT BUILDING 11 423 N MAIN ST MIDDLEBURY, INDIANA 46540-9218 NHTSA RECALL: 22V135 CANADA RECALL: 2022-106 FR ID: 51-1485 <<DEALERNAME>> <<ADDRESS>> <<CITY>>, <<ST>> <<ZIP-XXX>> O Integrity O Safety O Quality O Customer Service IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL Page 2 of 2 HELPFUL CONTACT INFORMATION: CONTACT PHONE CATALINA CUSTOMER SERVICE (574) 825-6241 AURORA CUSTOMER SERVICE (574) 825-6327 APEX CUSTOMER SERVICE (574) 825-8205 FREEDOM EXPRESS & WORK N’ PLAY CUSTOMER SERVICE (574) 825-6302 CARDINAL CUSTOMER SERVICE (574) 296-7700 CHEROKEE & SABRE CUSTOMER SERVICE (260) 499-2100 XLR CUSTOMER SERVICE (574) 642-0432 The Recall shall be considered the utmost priority to remedy the 2022 Catalina, Aurora, Cherokee, APEX, Freedom Express, Work n’ Play and XLR Travel Trailers, as well as certain 2022 Cardinal, Cherokee Toy Hauler, Sabre and Vengeance Fifth Wheel in question. The retail consumer shall not be charged any amount of monies for remedy to their 2022 Catalina, Aurora, Cherokee, APEX, Freedom Express, Work n’ Play and XLR Travel Trailers, as well as certain 2022 Cardinal, Cherokee Toy Hauler, Sabre and Vengeance Fifth Wheel listed under this Recall. If your dealership has already performed the remedy to 2022 Catalina, Aurora, Cherokee, APEX, Freedom Express, Work n’ Play and XLR Travel Trailers, as well as certain 2022 Cardinal, Cherokee Toy Hauler, Sabre and Vengeance 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 2022 Catalina, Aurora, Cherokee, APEX, Freedom Express, Work n’ Play and XLR Travel Trailers, as well as certain 2022 Cardinal, Cherokee Toy Hauler, Sabre and Vengeance 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. Sincerely, Forest River, Inc. Office of Corporate Compliance
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-135 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Forest River, Inc. Submission Date : MAR 08, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-135 Manufacturer Recall No. : 51-1485 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 : 991 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2022-2022 Coachmen Catalina Travel Trailer Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity Production Dates : FEB 02, 2022 – MAR 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2022-2022 Coachmen Aurora Travel Trailer Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity. Production Dates : FEB 08, 2022 – FEB 15, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-135 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 3 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Cardinal Fifth Wheel Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity. Production Dates : FEB 21, 2022 – MAR 03, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 4 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Cherokee Fifth Wheel, Toy Hauler, and Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity. Production Dates : FEB 02, 2022 – MAR 03, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 5 : 2022-2022 Coachmen APEX Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity. Production Dates : FEB 11, 2022 – FEB 28, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 6 : 2022-2022 Coachmen Freedom Express Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity. Production Dates : FEB 24, 2022 – FEB 28, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-135 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 7 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Sabre Fifth Wheels Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity. Production Dates : FEB 02, 2022 – FEB 28, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 8 : 2022-2022 Coachmen Spirit Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity. Production Dates : FEB 07, 2022 – FEB 10, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 9 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Vengeance Fifth Wheels Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity. Production Dates : FEB 07, 2022 – FEB 28, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 10 : 2022-2022 Coachmen Work N Play Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity. Production Dates : FEB 16, 2022 – FEB 22, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-135 Page 4 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 11 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. XLR Toy Hauler Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity. Production Dates : FEB 18, 2022 – MAR 03, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : A substitution of material (due to lack of material) to make the lug which was a harder material than specified. This caused the stamping of the “Phillips Head” not be at the required specified depth therefore tool slippage may occur before the lug reaches the required torque of 20 inch pounds. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : If the lugs on the shore cord inlet are loose and wire(s) dislodge, the wire(s) may contact/short/arc. This may lead to a fire and personal injury. Description of the Cause : A substitution of material (due to lack of material) to make the lug which was a harder material than specified. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : An operator may not have power in the vehicle. An operator may smell smoke. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : 50A Inlet Component Description : RV065AB 50AMP Inlet, Black Component Part Number : 93379 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : Patrick Industries Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-135 Page 5 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Address : PO BOX 638 Elkhart Indiana 46515 Country : United States Chronology : On February 25, 2022, during a routine Corporate Quality Inspection of the manufacturing plant it was found that the 6AWG wire that connects to the rear of the 50AMP shore power inlet may be loose. During investigation ending on March 3, 2022, it was determined by the partner supplier that a substitution of material (due to lack of material) to make the lug which was a harder material than specified. This caused the stamping of the “Phillips Head” not be at the required specified depth. On March 4, 2022, Forest River’s Corporate Recall Committee voted to recall. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-135 Page 6 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 or Service Center will need to perform the remedy. The remedy will be to replace the shore cord inlet. What is the Forest River Customer Service Phone Number? Catalina & Aurora (574) 825-8657 APEX (574) 825-8205 Freedom Express & Work n Play (574) 825-6302 Cardinal (574) 296-7700 Cherokee and Vengeance (260) 499-2100 Sabre (574) 642-2100 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: Catalina, Aurora, APEX, Freedom Express and Work n Play Forest River, Inc. Attn: Warranty Manager 423 N Main St. Middlebury, IN 46540 Cardinal Forest River, Inc. Attn: Warranty Manager 3603 S. Nappanee St. Elkhart, IN 46517Cherokee and Vengeance Forest River, Inc. Attn: Warranty Manager 1500 N Detroit St. LaGrange, IN 46761Sabre Forest River, Inc. Attn: Warranty Manager 2577 E Kercher Rd Goshen, IN 46528XLR Forest River, Inc. Attn: Warranty Manager 2421 Century Dr. Goshen, IN 46528 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-135 Page 7 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The inlet’s wires will be tightened properly. Patrick Industries – 800-331-2151 P.O. Box 638 Elkhart, IN 46515 P/N, Name, Description 93379 (RV065AB 50A Inlet, Black) Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : On March 1, 2022, the manufacturing plant inspected and remedied all vehicles in control of the plant by using 50AMP inlets from the partner supplier that are known to be good. 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 : APR 18, 2022 – APR 18, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 18, 2022 – APR 18, 2022 * NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-135 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Forest River, Inc. Submission Date : MAR 14, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-135 Manufacturer Recall No. : 51-1485 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 : 1,009 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2022-2022 Coachmen Catalina Travel Trailer Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity Production Dates : FEB 02, 2022 – MAR 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2022-2022 Coachmen Aurora Travel Trailer Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity. Production Dates : FEB 08, 2022 – FEB 15, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-135 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 3 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Cardinal Fifth Wheel Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity. Production Dates : FEB 21, 2022 – MAR 03, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 4 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Cherokee Fifth Wheel, Toy Hauler, and Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity. Production Dates : FEB 02, 2022 – MAR 03, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 5 : 2022-2022 Coachmen APEX Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity. Production Dates : FEB 11, 2022 – FEB 28, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 6 : 2022-2022 Coachmen Freedom Express Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity. Production Dates : FEB 24, 2022 – FEB 28, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-135 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 7 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Sabre Fifth Wheels Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity. Production Dates : FEB 02, 2022 – FEB 28, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 8 : 2022-2022 Coachmen Spirit Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity. Production Dates : FEB 07, 2022 – FEB 10, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 9 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Vengeance Fifth Wheels Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity. Production Dates : FEB 07, 2022 – FEB 28, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 10 : 2022-2022 Coachmen Work N Play Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity. Production Dates : FEB 16, 2022 – FEB 22, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-135 Page 4 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 11 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. XLR Toy Hauler Travel Trailers Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Using the date range (February 2, 2022 through February 25, 2022), provided by the partner supplier. Forest River used records to identify internal option codes for 50AMP service vehicles, and standard 50AMP service vehicle builds to determine the scope. Please see attached spreadsheet for Models and Quantity. Production Dates : FEB 18, 2022 – MAR 03, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : A substitution of material (due to lack of material) to make the lug which was a harder material than specified. This caused the stamping of the “Phillips Head” not be at the required specified depth therefore tool slippage may occur before the lug reaches the required torque of 20 inch pounds. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : If the lugs on the shore cord inlet are loose and wire(s) dislodge, the wire(s) may contact/short/arc. This may lead to a fire and personal injury. Description of the Cause : A substitution of material (due to lack of material) to make the lug which was a harder material than specified. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : An operator may not have power in the vehicle. An operator may smell smoke. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : 50A Inlet Component Description : RV065AB 50AMP Inlet, Black Component Part Number : 93379 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : Patrick Industries Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-135 Page 5 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Address : PO BOX 638 Elkhart Indiana 46515 Country : United States Chronology : On February 25, 2022, during a routine Corporate Quality Inspection of the manufacturing plant it was found that the 6AWG wire that connects to the rear of the 50AMP shore power inlet may be loose. During investigation ending on March 3, 2022, it was determined by the partner supplier that a substitution of material (due to lack of material) to make the lug which was a harder material than specified. This caused the stamping of the “Phillips Head” not be at the required specified depth. On March 4, 2022, Forest River’s Corporate Recall Committee voted to recall. On March 14, 2022 The quantity of vehicles was updated due to a clerical error from 991 to 1,009. All Models and Quantities on the attached document are correct. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-135 Page 6 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 or Service Center will need to perform the remedy. The remedy will be to replace the shore cord inlet. What is the Forest River Customer Service Phone Number? Catalina & Aurora (574) 825-8657 APEX (574) 825-8205 Freedom Express & Work n Play (574) 825-6302 Cardinal (574) 296-7700 Cherokee and Vengeance (260) 499-2100 Sabre (574) 642-2100 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: Catalina, Aurora, APEX, Freedom Express and Work n Play Forest River, Inc. Attn: Warranty Manager 423 N Main St. Middlebury, IN 46540 Cardinal Forest River, Inc. Attn: Warranty Manager 3603 S. Nappanee St. Elkhart, IN 46517Cherokee and Vengeance Forest River, Inc. Attn: Warranty Manager 1500 N Detroit St. LaGrange, IN 46761Sabre Forest River, Inc. Attn: Warranty Manager 2577 E Kercher Rd Goshen, IN 46528XLR Forest River, Inc. Attn: Warranty Manager 2421 Century Dr. Goshen, IN 46528 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-135 Page 7 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The inlet’s wires will be tightened properly. Patrick Industries – 800-331-2151 P.O. Box 638 Elkhart, IN 46515 P/N, Name, Description 93379 (RV065AB 50A Inlet, Black) Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : On March 1, 2022, the manufacturing plant inspected and remedied all vehicles in control of the plant by using 50AMP inlets from the partner supplier that are known to be good. 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 : APR 18, 2022 – APR 18, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 18, 2022 – APR 18, 2022 * NR – Not Reported
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