Recall 19V901 affects 219 2020 Forest River FR3 and Georgetown motorhomes for loose trailer hitch bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 219 2020 FR3 and Georgetown motorhomes because trailer hitch bolts on modified vehicles were improperly tightened and can loosen. If the bolts loosen, a towed trailer or vehicle can detach from the motorhome, which raises crash risk; Forest River dealers will inspect and tighten the hitch bolts free of charge.
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What's wrong?
On affected 2020 Forest River FR3 and Georgetown motorhomes, the trailer hitch is the steel towing connection bolted to the chassis. It carries the pulling load from a trailer or other approved tow equipment into the motorhome frame, so the bolts have to stay tight at the specified torque.
During MORryde's modification work, a faulty impact wrench did not tighten the hitch bolts to the recommended 80 ft/lb. Bolts left below that torque can loosen as the motorhome moves, especially when towing load and road vibration work against the hitch. The hitch itself is not a different part; the repaired version uses bolts tightened to the recommended torque.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not rely on noise, movement, or visible hitch damage to decide whether the recall applies. The VIN decides whether a 2020 FR3 or Georgetown is included, and a Forest River dealer can inspect and correct the hitch bolt torque.
Who's affected?
The FR3 and Georgetown lines are both Forest River motorhomes, and both are tied to the same trailer hitch component.
| 2020 Forest River FR3 | Trailer hitches |
|---|---|
| 2020 Forest River Georgetown | Trailer hitches |
| Units affected | 219 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Year and model alone do not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Loose bolts can let a towed trailer or vehicle detach from the motorhome, increasing crash risk. Until the bolts are tightened, avoid towing and schedule the recall repair with a Forest River dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020 Forest River FR3 or Georgetown is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free trailer-hitch bolt tightening that secures the hitch to the motorhome.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V901 when you call.
- Avoid towing a trailer or vehicle until the hitch bolts are properly tightened.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician checks the trailer hitch bolt installation and properly tightens the bolts covered by recall 19V901. The work is free under the recall, with the dealer labor covered by Forest River. The recall repair is available now, so an included 2020 FR3 or Georgetown can be scheduled through a Forest River dealer. Ask for the hitch bolt tightening campaign when you call.
Timeline
| December 9, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| December 18, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V901?
Recall 19V901 covers 219 2020 Forest River FR3 and Georgetown motorhomes with trailer hitch bolts that were not tightened correctly. Loose hitch bolts can let a towed trailer or vehicle detach, increasing crash risk. Forest River dealers will tighten the bolts for free.
What should I do if my 2020 Forest River FR3 or Georgetown is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 19V901. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the trailer hitch bolt tightening. Reference recall 19V901 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost, and Forest River dealers will properly tighten the trailer hitch bolts free of charge. Parts and labor are covered under recall 19V901.
Is it safe to tow with this motorhome before the repair?
Treat towing as the main risk until your VIN is checked and the repair is complete. In recall 19V901, loose hitch bolts can let a towed trailer or vehicle detach from the motorhome, increasing crash risk. Ask the dealer whether the hitch should be inspected before towing.
What if I bought the Forest River motorhome used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to see whether your 2020 Forest River FR3 or Georgetown is included, then call a franchised Forest River dealer and reference recall 19V901.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V901000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-293-1581 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V901 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V901000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →