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2024 East To West Blackthorn Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2024 East To West Blackthorn has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized East To West dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2024 East To West Blackthorn. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
STRUCTURE:BODY:STEP/LADDER
NHTSA #23V648000Reported September 22, 2023 · Forest River, Inc.
Potentially affected: 46 vehicles
Defect description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024 East to West Tandara and Blackthorn fifth wheels. The rear ladder may not be anchored properly in the rear wall, which can allow the ladder to detach.
Safety consequence
A ladder that detaches can increase the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will install a new ladder that mounts to the roof, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-264-6664. Forest River's number for this recall is 500-1678.
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.
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