Recall 24V116 covers 2015, 2016, 2017, 2021, 2022, 2023 Prime Time Sanibel fifth wheels with underrated hitches. Free repair at any franchised Prime Time dealer.
Prime Time is recalling 408 2015, 2016, 2017, 2021, 2022, 2023 Sanibel fifth wheels because the hitch, also called the pin box, can be insufficient for the trailer's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and fail. A hitch failure increases crash risk, and Prime Time dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The pin box on a 2015, 2016, 2017, 2021, 2022, or 2023 Prime Time Sanibel is the steel hitch structure at the front of the fifth wheel. It connects the trailer to the tow vehicle and carries the trailer's hitch load during towing, braking, and turning. The part has to match the trailer's gross vehicle weight rating, or GVWR, which is the maximum loaded weight printed on the federal placard.
On affected Sanibel fifth wheels, the installed 15,500 pin box is rated below the trailer's printed GVWR. Forest River traced the issue to an engineering error, not normal wear. Because the hitch part is not rated high enough for the load assigned to the trailer, the pin box can deform and fail under towing stress. The replacement component is an 18,000 pin box.
An owner or operator can notice the pin box beginning to bend, twist, or deform before failure. If you see movement, cracking, or shape changes around the hitch area, stop towing and contact a Prime Time dealer.
Who's affected?
The included Sanibel model years are not continuous, and VINs have been searchable since March 27, 2024.
| 2022 Prime Time Sanibel | Trailer hitches |
|---|---|
| 2015 Prime Time Sanibel | Trailer hitches |
| 2016 Prime Time Sanibel | Trailer hitches |
| 2021 Prime Time Sanibel | Trailer hitches |
| 2023 Prime Time Sanibel | Trailer hitches |
| 2017 Prime Time Sanibel | Trailer hitches |
| Units affected | 408 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
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?
Hitch failure increases the risk of a crash. The under-rated pin box can deform before failure, so treat bending or distortion as a reason to stop towing and call the dealer before moving the trailer again. Repair is free at any franchised Prime Time dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015, 2016, 2017, 2021, 2022, or 2023 Prime Time Sanibel is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Prime Time dealer to schedule the free properly rated hitch installation.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it. If not, reference recall number 24V116 when you call.
- Ask the dealer whether the fifth wheel is safe to tow before the repair, especially if it is loaded near GVWR.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Prime Time technician installs a properly rated hitch, also called the pin box, so the fifth wheel has the correct recall part. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. If you already paid for a hitch repair related to this defect, the vehicle still needs the recall inspection or repair so the correct parts and procedures are confirmed. For reimbursement, send the service invoice to Prime Time Forest River's warranty manager for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 16, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 12, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 27, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| March 27, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 27, 2024 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| March 27, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V116?
Recall 24V116 covers 408 2015, 2016, 2017, 2021, 2022, and 2023 Prime Time Sanibel fifth wheels with a hitch, also called a pin box, that is not rated sufficiently for the trailer's GVWR and can fail. Prime Time dealers will install a properly rated hitch for free.
What should I do if my 2015, 2016, 2017, 2021, 2022, 2023 Prime Time Sanibel is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific fifth wheel is included in recall 24V116. If it is, contact a franchised Prime Time dealer to schedule installation of a properly rated hitch. Reference recall 24V116 and Prime Time recall number 49-1737 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 Prime Time dealers will install a properly rated hitch free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for this recall repair.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is hitch failure while the fifth wheel is in use. A hitch failure increases the risk of a crash, according to recall 24V116. Until the dealer installs the properly rated hitch, avoid towing the trailer and call the dealer for repair scheduling guidance.
What if I bought my Prime Time Sanibel used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Sanibel is included, then contact a franchised Prime Time dealer and reference recall 24V116 when you schedule the hitch replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V116000 |
|---|---|
| Prime Time customer service | 1-574-862-1025 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V116 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V116000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →