Hitch bolts insufficiently tightened
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2020 georgetown and fr3 motorhomes. the trailer hitch bolts may not have been properly tightened, which can allow cause the hitch to detach from the chassis.
Safety Consequence
If the motorhome is towing a trailer or vehicle, the hitch detaching from the motorhome can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will properly torque the bolts, free of charge. the recall began january 7, 2020. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-296-7600. forest river's number for this recall is 68-1119.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Forest River, Inc. or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 19V891000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V891000?
NHTSA recall 19V891000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on December 13, 2019. It addresses: Hitch bolts insufficiently tightened. The recall affects approximately 194 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19V891000 or the manufacturer campaign number 68-1119. 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.