The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following recalls involving RV manufacturers:
FOREST RIVER
A stowed griddle connected to propane increases the fire risk.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,561
Forest River is recalling certain 2022 Palomino Puma and Puma XLE fifth wheel and travel trailer recreational vehicles. The exterior micro kitchen griddle may be stowed while still connected to propane.
Dealers will install a bracket to prevent the griddle from being stowed when connected to the propane line. Owner notification letters will be mailed May 4, 2022. Forest River’s number for this recall is 51-1494.
Incorrect Length Fresh Air Intake Tube
A cracked burn chamber can expose the trailer to carbon monoxide, increasing the injury risk.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 74
Forest River is recalling certain 2022 Surveyor travel trailers. The fresh air intake tube length may be too short, allowing it to detach and causing the burn chamber to crack.
Dealers will install a longer fresh air intake vent tube, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 4, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-642-3119 Option 2.
KEYSTONE RV CO.
Trailer separation from a tow vehicle can increase the crash or injury risk.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,155
Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2022 Bullet, Outback and Passport travel trailers. The coupler hitch may have been welded improperly, which can cause the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle.
Dealers will inspect the welds, and replace the coupler, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 17, 2022. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone’s number for this recall is 22-427.
