Forest River recalls 2016-2017 Ameralite Cargo trailers with potentially fractured drawbars that could cause loss of trailer control and crash risk. Owners should contact customer service for free drawbar replacement.
Fractured drawbars can cause a loss of trailer control and increase the risk of a crash.
Forest River is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ameralite Cargo trailers because their welded drawbars might fracture under normal use, risking loss of trailer control and crashes. This affects trailer owners who use these specific models. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225872-forest-river-2017-ameralite-trailers-fractured-drawbars-risk-crash.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225872-forest-river-2017-ameralite-trailers-fractured-drawbars-risk-crash · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #23V015000
“Forest River 2017 Ameralite Trailers: Fractured Drawbars Risk Crash.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225872-forest-river-2017-ameralite-trailers-fractured-drawbars-risk-crash. Based on NHTSA recall 23V015000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V015000).
The welded drawbars in these trailers may not be strong enough to handle the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) they're designed for. This can cause the drawbars to fracture, leading to loss of trailer control and potential crashes.
Trailer owners who purchased 2016-2017 Forest River Ameralite Cargo trailers are most at risk. These trailers are used for towing equipment and may be operated by individuals with varying experience levels.
Check if your trailer has a Forest River Ameralite Cargo model from 2016-2017. The recall was announced in March 2023 and affects trailers with potentially insufficient drawbars for their weight rating.
Call Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-848-1335 to schedule a free drawbar replacement.
Dealers will replace the drawbars at no cost to you once you contact customer service.
Dealers will replace the drawbars, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 1, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-848-1335. Forest River's number for this recall is 24-1592.
The welded trailer drawbars may be insufficient for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), which can cause them to fracture and lead to loss of trailer control.
Your trailer is affected if it's a 2016-2017 Forest River Ameralite Cargo model with potentially insufficient drawbars for its weight rating.
Contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-848-1335 to arrange a free drawbar replacement from a dealer.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Forest River to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 23V015000 — Forest River Forest River Hello, I own a Forest River that is covered by recall 23V015000 from Forest River. The official recall notice states: Dealers will replace the drawbars, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 1, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-848-1335. Forest River's number for this recall is 24-1592. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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