RECALLS — FOREST RIVER COLUMBUS
Forest River Columbus recalls
Forest River Columbus model years 2013–2022 covered by at least one recall campaign. Pick a year to see the Canadian and U.S. campaigns side by side.
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U.S. NHTSA campaigns are listed on each year page, where they are queried live by model year. The Canadian list below covers every year together.
Transport Canada recalls
07- Structure#2023244
9 units affected
Issue: Certain RV trailers were built with a missing tube above the axle hangers. As a result, there may not be enough tire clearance under certain loading conditions, and a tire could contact the slide room adjustment bolt. This could cause damage to a tire and result in a tire failure. Note: This recall only affects certain Columbus CMF299RL fifth-wheel models. Safety Risk: A tire failure could cause a loss of control and result in a crash. Corrective Actions: Forest River will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your RV trailer to dealership to install the missing tube between the axle hanger and bottom of the frame I-beam.
- Accessories#2022181
9,716 units affected
Issue: On certain RV trailers and motorhomes, the quick disconnect fittings for the propane (LP) gas system may be defective. As a result, the fittings could crack and leak propane. Safety Risk: A propane gas leak could create the risk of a fire or explosion. Corrective Actions: Forest River will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your RV trailer or motorhome to a dealership to replace the quick disconnect fittings on the propane system and perform a leak test.
- Accessories#2021301
11 units affected
Issue: On certain RV trailers, the legs of the swivel dining chair may not have been installed correctly. As a result, the legs could break without warning. Safety Risk: Chair legs that break suddenly could cause an injury. Corrective Actions: Forest River will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your RV trailer to a dealer to reinforce the dining chair legs.
- Structure#2020285
106 units affected
Issue: On certain travel trailers or motorhomes equipped with frameless windows, the glass may not be properly attached to the metal hinges. As a result, the glass could separate from the hinge and fall from the trailer. Safety Risk: A window that detaches from the trailer could create a road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Forest river will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your travel trailer or motorhome to a dealer to inspect the adhesive bonding on the window glass. Dealers will replace the glass, if necessary.
- Structure#2019393
1 units affected
Issue: On certain trailers, the emergency exit window at the rear of the trailer is blocked by the roof ladder. This could make it difficult or impossible to use the exit window in an emergency. Safety Risk: An emergency exit that is blocked could increase the risk of injury in an emergency. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer for modifications. The current exit window will be removed and a new one installed on the side opposite to the roof ladder.
- Accessories#2016656
316 units affected
On certain travel trailers manufactured with a Christianson Industries exterior foldable ladder, the ladder's mounting bracket could separate from the hinge due to an incorrect weld. This could result in the ladder separating from the vehicle, which if an individual were to be utilizing the ladder, it could lead to an increased risk of injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will install a hinge brace over the back of the existing hinges to secure the hinge and mounting bracket.
- Other#2013147
9,526 units affected
On certain fifth wheels, travel trailers and motorhomes, the electrical motor for the awning could become damaged, allowing the awning to unfurl unexpectedly. As a result, the awning could strike another vehicle, a stationary object, or a bystander, causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will replace the awning motor.
Canadian data updated August 24, 2026
Does this recall apply to my vehicle?
Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.
What to do
Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer in both countries. To confirm a recall applies to your specific vehicle, contact your manufacturer or dealer with your full VIN, or use the official channel:
- NHTSA recall lookup (search by VIN) — U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Defects and recalls database — Transport Canada