Shackle nuts may be insufficiently tightened
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2021 ibex travel trailers. the shackle nuts may have been insufficiently tightened during production.
Safety Consequence
Loose shackle nuts can fall off the shackle bolt, causing the axle to detach and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will tighten shackle nuts, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed june 24, 2021. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-642-3119. forest river's number for this recall is 77-1361.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Forest River, Inc. or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 21V442000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V442000?
NHTSA recall 21V442000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on June 11, 2021. It addresses: Shackle nuts may be insufficiently tightened. The recall affects approximately 42 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V442000 or the manufacturer campaign number 77-1361. 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.