Folding camping trailer winch/carefree
Defect Summary
On certain folding camping trailers (fct) equipped with a power winch unit, model p55000, built by carefree of colorado, an incorrect material was used in the manufacture of the cable shafts on some of these power winch units. under certain circumstances while the folding camping trailer top is being lifted, if the winch is placed into a stall condition, the cable shaft may break prior to the fuse or circuit breaker tripping.
Safety Consequence
Should the cable shaft break, the fct top could then free-fall into the lower position, possibly resulting in injuries.
Corrective Action
Forest river is working with carefree of colorado and will install new cable shafts free of charge. the recall began on december 12, 2007. owners may contact carefree of colorado at 1-800-621-2617 or forest river at 574-389-4615.
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FAQ: Recall 07V514000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 07V514000?
NHTSA recall 07V514000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on November 5, 2007. It addresses: Folding camping trailer winch/carefree. The recall affects approximately 2,983 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 07V514000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.