Brake wires may pinch, break or short
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 sabre travel trailers and fifth wheels manufactured august 1, 2013, to june 30, 2014. the wires that control the brakes may have been improperly routed resulting in the wires chaffing, breaking or shorting.
Safety Consequence
Damage to the wires that control the brakes may unexpectedly lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. additionally, a short in the wires may increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trailers and reroute the brake wires, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on april 6, 2015. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-389-4600. forest river's number for this recall is 430-03112015-0017.
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FAQ: Recall 15V160000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V160000?
NHTSA recall 15V160000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on March 20, 2015. It addresses: Brake wires may pinch, break or short. The recall affects approximately 1,125 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V160000 or the manufacturer campaign number 430-03112015-0017. 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.