Recall 19V078 affects 54 2019 Forest River Columbus trailers for loose pin box mounting bolts. Repair is free through Forest River or MORryde dealers.
Forest River is recalling 54 2019 Columbus recreational trailers equipped with MORryde Rubber Pin Boxes because the pin box mounting bolts were insufficiently tightened. If the trailer separates from the tow vehicle, crash risk increases; Forest River dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The pin box on a 2019 Forest River Columbus recreational trailer is the fifth-wheel hitch structure at the front of the trailer. It connects the trailer to the tow vehicle through the king pin and has to stay tight under pulling, braking, and turning loads. The mounting bolts and nuts hold that assembly in place.
On affected Columbus trailers equipped with MORryde Rubber Pin Boxes, the mounting bolts were not tightened to the required 135 ft./pounds of torque. MORryde traced the problem to an impact and air compressor tool combination that failed to tighten the nuts enough during installation. If the fasteners stay loose, the pin box can shift and the trailer can separate from the tow vehicle.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on noise, movement, or a visible gap to tell you the hitch assembly is secure.
Who's affected?
| 2019 Forest River Columbus | Fifth wheel assembly |
|---|---|
| 2019 Forest River Columbus | Trailer hitches |
| Units affected | 54 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the trailer separates from the vehicle, crash risk increases for you and nearby traffic. There is no warning sign before separation, so schedule the mounting-bolt repair before towing the trailer again. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Forest River Columbus trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer or MORryde dealer to schedule the free mounting-bolt replacement that secures the pin box to the trailer.
- Ask the dealer whether the trailer is safe to tow to the appointment before moving it.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V078 and Forest River recall 410-0954 when you call.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-574-821-1487 if you need help finding a repair location.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician, or a MORryde dealer technician, replaces the pin box mounting bolts on the 2019 Columbus trailer. The work addresses bolts that were not tightened enough and keeps the MORryde Rubber Pin Box secured to the trailer connection. Parts and labor are free under recall 19V078. Forest River has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for this repair before the recall notice. Bring dated invoices or other repair documentation to the service desk, or contact Forest River customer service for reimbursement instructions.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 11, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 25, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 22, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| March 22, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 22, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V078?
Recall 19V078 covers 54 2019 Forest River Columbus recreational trailers equipped with MORryde Rubber Pin Boxes. The pin box mounting bolts were insufficiently tightened, which can let the trailer separate from the tow vehicle and increase crash risk. Forest River or MORryde dealers will replace the bolts for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Forest River Columbus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 19V078. If it is, contact a Forest River or MORryde dealer to schedule the mounting-bolt replacement. Reference Forest River recall number 410-0954 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Forest River says Forest River or MORryde dealers will replace the pin box mounting bolts free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is trailer separation while towing. If the pin box mounting bolts are not tight enough, the trailer can separate from the tow vehicle, increasing crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free bolt replacement before towing the trailer again.
When did the recall repair start?
The recall repair began on February 25, 2019. Forest River notified owners, and Forest River or MORryde dealers replace the mounting bolts free of charge. If you bought the trailer used and never received a notice, check your VIN and reference recall 19V078 with the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V078000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-821-1487 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V078 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V078000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →