Recall 20V119 affects 38 2020 Forest River Shasta trailers for tire clearance that can damage tires. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 38 2020 Shasta SST240TH and SST260TH trailers because the tires have insufficient clearance inside the wheel well and can rub against it. Tire failure can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk, and Forest River dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The tires on 2020 Forest River Shasta SST240TH and SST260TH trailers need open space inside each wheel well as the trailer moves. The wheel well is the body opening around the tire, and the suspension must let the tire move upward without rubbing the structure.
On these trailers, the wheel well does not leave enough tire clearance when the suspension reaches full jounce, meaning the tire moves up through its full travel over a bump or load shift. Forest River traced the problem to a design error that matched the tire width to a wheel well that was too narrow. When the tire rubs the inside of the wheel well, the sidewall or tread area is damaged, and tire failure can follow.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner can see rubbing marks inside the wheel well, but the recall record lists no advance warning before the tire fails.
Who's affected?
| 2020 Forest River Shasta | tire |
|---|---|
| 2020 Forest River Shasta | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 38 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Tire failure can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the recall repair soon and ask the dealer to inspect the trailer tires for damage when the equalizers are replaced. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020 Forest River Shasta is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free 2-inch-taller equalizer replacement that increases tire clearance inside the wheel well.
- Ask the dealer to inspect the tires and replace any tire with damage from wheel-well contact.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 20V119 when you call.
- Avoid towing the trailer until the repair is complete if you see tire damage or wheel-well contact.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician replaces the trailer equalizers with equalizers that are 2 inches taller, then inspects the tires for contact damage inside the wheel wells. Any tire with evidence of damage is replaced as part of the recall. Parts and labor are covered, and the recall repair is free. Forest River has a general reimbursement plan on file for documented repairs paid before the recall notice. Bring prior repair invoices or receipts to the dealer service desk so the reimbursement claim can be reviewed.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 28, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 25, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 8, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| April 8, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 8, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V119?
Recall 20V119 covers 38 2020 Forest River Shasta SST240TH and SST260TH trailers involving tire clearance inside the wheel well. Tire contact with the wheel well can lead to tire failure and loss of vehicle control. Forest River dealers will install taller equalizers and replace damaged tires for free.
What should I do if my 2020 Forest River Shasta is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 20V119. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the repair. Reference recall number 20V119 when you call, or contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-821-1311.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 20V119, Forest River dealers will replace the equalizers with 2-inch-taller parts and replace any tire with damage from wheel-well contact free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is tire failure that leads to loss of vehicle control and increases crash risk. The defect involves tight clearance inside the wheel well, where the tire contacts the structure. If your VIN is included, schedule the free Forest River dealer repair before towing the trailer again.
What if I bought my Forest River Shasta used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2020 Forest River Shasta is included, then call a franchised Forest River dealer and reference recall number 20V119.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V119000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-821-1311 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V119 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V119000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (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 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →