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2021 Cargo Mate Cargo Trailer Recalls

Safety recall campaigns filed with NHTSA that cover this model year

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

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Recall campaignsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
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Newest Jul 6, 2022
Carrying an NHTSA advisoryCampaigns where NHTSA told owners not to drive the vehicle, or to park it outside, until the repair is done.
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Open investigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
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Recall campaigns

2 campaigns cover this model year — what the defect is, what it could cause, and what the remedy is

EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER

Jul 6, 2022
958 units potentially affected
The defect: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cargo Mate Cargo Trailers and Continental Cargo Trailers. The safety chains do not meet the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and could potentially break.
The risk: Safety chain breakage can cause the trailer to detach from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy: Dealers will replace the safety chains, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-254-420-0171. Forest River's number for this recall is 700-1530.
Forest River, Inc.Manufacturer number 700-1530View on NHTSA.gov

EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER; TRAILER HITCHES

Nov 12, 2021
325 units potentially affected
The defect: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Continental and Cargo Mate Cargo trailers. The coupler was improperly welded, which may cause the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle.
The risk: Trailer separation from the tow vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the coupler, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 23, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-254-420-0171. Forest River's number for this recall is 700-1438.
Forest River, Inc.Manufacturer number 700-1438View on NHTSA.gov

What a recall is

Safety recall
A safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
Safety investigation
NHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
Manufacturer communication
Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

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