Safety chains rated for incorrect gvw may break
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2020-2021 surveyor travel trailers, model svt296qble. the safety chains are insufficient for the trailer's gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) and may break in the event of the trailer coming unhitched.
Safety Consequence
If the vehicle trailer becomes detached from the tow-vehicle, the safety chains may break, leading to complete detachment and potential property damage, personal injury or a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and a dealer or service center will replace the safety chains, free of charge. the recall began june 8, 2020. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-642-3112. forest river's number for this recall is 37-1170.
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FAQ: Recall 20V297000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V297000?
NHTSA recall 20V297000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on May 22, 2020. It addresses: Safety chains rated for incorrect gvw may break. The recall affects approximately 88 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 20V297000 or the manufacturer campaign number 37-1170. 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.