Recall 20V382 affects 370 2020-2021 Forest River Vengeance trailers for mispositioned fifth-wheel landing legs. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 370 2020-2021 Vengeance trailers because the fifth-wheel landing legs were not seated with enough space between chassis brackets. The fifth wheel can slip down the landing leg and puncture the floor, increasing injury risk, and Forest River dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The landing legs on a 2020-2021 Forest River Vengeance trailer are the front jack supports used when the trailer is unhitched from the tow vehicle. They hold the front of the fifth-wheel trailer up and help raise or lower it so the kingpin lines up with the hitch. Brackets welded to the chassis are supposed to keep those legs seated and locked in position.
In NHTSA campaign 20V382, the problem is the bracket spacing where the landing legs attach to the chassis. The Norco Jack landing legs were installed on the LCI chassis with spacing that did not give the legs enough secure engagement. Under load, the fifth wheel can slide down the landing leg, and that movement can puncture the trailer floor.
There is no warning sign before failure. The filing lists no owner-noticeable symptom before the landing leg slips, so the VIN check and dealer inspection matter.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2020 and 2021 Vengeance model years with the same integrated jack, leveler, and stabilizer equipment.
| 2021 Forest River Vengeance | Integrated jack/leveler/stabilizer |
|---|---|
| 2020 Forest River Vengeance | Integrated jack/leveler/stabilizer |
| Units affected | 370 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 4 field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
A punctured floor can increase the risk of injury. There is no warning sign before failure. If your VIN is included, schedule the repair soon and keep passengers clear of the damaged floor area until it is corrected. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2021 Forest River Vengeance is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free landing-leg spacing repair that keeps the fifth wheel from slipping down and puncturing the floor.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. Reference recall number 20V382 when you call.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100 with questions about the dealer appointment.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician corrects the fifth-wheel landing leg installation spacing at the chassis, changing it from 17 1/2 inches to 17 3/4 inches so the landing legs sit in the proper position. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Forest River has a general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign. If you already paid for the same landing leg spacing repair before the recall work, ask Forest River customer service or the dealer how to submit documentation under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 1, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 13, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 17, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| August 17, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 17, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V382?
Recall 20V382 covers 370 2020-2021 Forest River Vengeance trailers with fifth-wheel landing legs that were not seated with the correct bracket spacing. The fifth wheel can slip down the landing leg and puncture the floor, increasing injury risk. Forest River dealers will correct the installation for free.
What should I do if my 2020-2021 Forest River Vengeance is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 20V382. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the landing-leg installation correction. Reference recall number 20V382 or Forest River recall 81-1180 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair the defect at no cost, and Forest River says dealers will correct the landing-leg installation free of charge. The dealer will adjust the chassis bracket spacing so the landing legs are seated properly.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is injury from a punctured trailer floor. If the fifth wheel slips down the landing leg, it can puncture the floor of the Vengeance trailer. Have the free dealer repair completed before relying on the landing legs during normal setup.
What if I bought my Forest River Vengeance used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the original buyer. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Vengeance trailer is included, then call a franchised Forest River dealer and reference recall 20V382.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V382000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-260-499-2100 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V382 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V382000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (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 →