Forest River, Inc. - Ramp Door May Break During Use
Forest River, Inc. - Ramp Door May Break During Use
Recalling Firm: Forest River, Inc.
Reason for Recall / Hazard
TranslatedA ramp door that breaks during use increases the risk of injury.
Product Description & Identification
TranslatedForest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Forest River Work and Play, 2024-2026 East to West Takoda, Coachmen Chaparral, 2025-2026 Shasta Phoenix, 2023-2025 Forest River Riverstone, 2022-2026 Coachmen Adrenaline, and 2025 Forest River Cedar Creek fifth wheel travel trailers. The ramp door may break away from the door frame while loading or unloading vehicles.
Affected Products
TranslatedRamp Door May Break During Use
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Ramp Door May Break During Use |
| Nhtsa id | 26V020000 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V020000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Forest River, Inc. |
| Defect summary | Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Forest River Work and Play, 2024-2026 East to West Takoda, Coachmen Chaparral, 2025-2026 Shasta Phoenix, 2023-2025 Forest River Riverstone, 2022-2026 Coachmen Adrenaline, and 2025 Forest River Cedar Creek fifth wheel travel trailers. The ramp door may break away from the door frame while loading or unloading vehicles. |
| Completion rate | 2.72 |
| Corrective action | Dealers will install additional support brackets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 18, 2026. Owners may contact Coachmen Adrenaline & Work and Play customer service at 1-574-825-6302, Riverstone customer service at 1-260-593-4028, East to West Takoda customer service at 1-574-264-6664, Cedar Creek customer service at 1-260-593-4000, Coachmen Chapparal and Shasta Pheonix customer service at 1-574-825-7101. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-2017. |
| Consequence summary | A ramp door that breaks during use increases the risk of injury. |
| Mfr campaign number | 51-2017 |
| Potentially affected | 515 |
| Report received date | 2026-01-19T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsLocate your 17-digit VIN on the driver-side dash or door pillar. Check whether your specific vehicle has an open safety campaign before scheduling service.
If a "Do Not Drive" warning is present, park the vehicle safely outdoors away from structures and contact the manufacturer for complimentary towing.
Contact any authorized franchised dealership. By federal law, all recall inspections, replacement components, and labor must be provided 100% free of charge.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (NHTSA).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Forest River, Inc. - Ramp Door May Break During Use?
Check your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to verify if your specific car is affected. If the notice includes a 'Do Not Drive' warning, park the vehicle safely and contact an authorized dealership for towing and complimentary repair.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Under federal and international motor vehicle safety laws, franchised dealerships are legally required to perform all recall inspections, replacement parts, and labor 100% free of charge.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (NHTSA). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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- Recalling FirmForest River, Inc.
- Risk LevelEQUIPMENT
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