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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 20V380000

2016 Ameralite Cargo Van Trailer — Trailer hitches

Published July 1, 2020 · Recall initiated: July 1, 2020

Summary

NHTSA records recall 20V380000, published July 1, 2020. Recalling firm: Forest River, Inc.; 2016 Ameralite Cargo Van Trailer — Trailer hitches.

What's the hazard

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling 2016 Amera-Lite Cargo Van trailers, model ALD612SA. The thickness of the steel tubes used to manufacture the trailer's drawbars may be insufficient for the vehicle's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).

What to do

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a double hollow tube to both drawbars, free of charge. This recall began July 28, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-848-1335. Forest River's number for this recall is 24-1191.

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Recall details

Brand
AMERALITE
Model
CARGO VAN TRAILER
Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Lot
2016 AMERALITE CARGO VAN TRAILER
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2016 Ameralite Cargo Van Trailer — Trailer hitches recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V380000 on July 1, 2020. Reported hazard: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling 2016 Amera-Lite Cargo Van trailers, model ALD612SA. The thickness of the steel tubes used to manufacture the trailer's drawbars may be insufficient for the vehicle's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).

What should I do if I have this product?

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a double hollow tube to both drawbars, free of charge. This recall began July 28, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-848-1335. Forest River's number for this recall is 24-1191.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: AMERALITE. Model: CARGO VAN TRAILER.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)