FOREST RIVER SANIBEL 2018: EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE:LPG FURNACE

Make : FOREST RIVER Model : SANIBEL Year : 2018
Build Dates : 2017-08-11 - 2017-11-14
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 17V835000
Date Owner's Notified: 2018-02-07 Date Received by ODI: 2017-12-21 Date Added to Database: 2017-12-27
Manufacturers Involved: Forest River, Inc.
Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall:
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 48-0600
Component: EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE:LPG FURNACE
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 170
Summary:
      Forest River, Inc. "Forest River" is recalling certain 2018 Prime Time Crusader and Sanibel recreational trailers. A bracket used to secure the furnace in place may be missing, allowing the furnace to shift, possibly resulting in the fresh air intake and the furnace exhaust tubes being misaligned with the furnace.
Consequence:
      If the tubes are misaligned, carbon monoxide could enter the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of illness or death. Additionally, flames may escape the furnace during start up, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy:
      Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket to secure the furnace, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-862-1025. Forest River's number for this recall is 48-0600.
Report Initiator: MFR V Report
Regulation Part Number: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number:
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.