NHTSA vehicle safety data
2013 Forest River Vlite
The 2013 Forest River Vlite has 1 NHTSA recall and 2 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Forest River dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2013 Forest River Vlite. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
NHTSA #13V554000Reported November 7, 2013 · Forest River, Inc.
Defect description
Forest River is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Rockwood, Windjammer, Vlite and Flagstaff travel trailers manufactured February 3, 2012, through February 4, 2013. When an affected trailer hits a large bump or pot hole, the trailer tire may contact the bottom of the floor.
Safety consequence
As a result, the tire may become damaged and possibly blow out which may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will add a lift kit between the frame and the axle mounting brackets, free of charge. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-825-7178.
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.