Vehicle recall 23V559000 · August 7, 2023
Forest River Sandpiper and Sierra
The axle may be installed backwards, which can reduce braking ability.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024 Sandpiper, and Sierra fifth wheels. The axle may be installed backwards, which can reduce braking ability.
- Consequence
- Reduced braking ability can increase the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove and reinstall the axle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 28, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-534-4574. Forest River's number for this recall is 3-1665.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V559000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 7, 2023
- Filed by
- Forest River, Inc.
- Manufacturer campaign
- 3-1665
- Owner notification
- August 28, 2023
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 40
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Power train › Axle assembly; Service brakes
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Forest River Sandpiper (2024): 2024
- Forest River Sierra (2024): 2024
Has your Forest River been repaired?
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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Forest River dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.