Recall 24V386 affects 101 2024 Forest River Sabre fifth wheels with a missing emergency exit window. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 101 2024 Sabre fifth wheels because the driver's-side emergency exit window was not installed. In an emergency, the missing exit window can slow or block occupants from getting out and raise injury risk; Forest River dealers will inspect and install the window free of charge.
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What's wrong?
An egress window on a 2024 Forest River Sabre fifth wheel is an emergency exit built into the wall of the RV. Its job is to give occupants a second way out when the entry door is blocked, damaged, or unsafe to use.
On affected Sabre fifth wheels, the emergency exit window was installed on the same side as the entry door instead of on the driver's side rear of the vehicle. That happened because of a manufacturing error. The window itself is the right type of part, but its location leaves the RV without the intended exit on the opposite side.
There is no warning sign before failure because this is not a part that wears out while driving. The issue is the missing driver's-side emergency exit window, so an owner would notice it by checking where the egress window is installed.
Who's affected?
| 2024 Forest River Sabre | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 101 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2024 Forest River Sabre trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
In an emergency, a missing emergency exit window can block or slow the way out and increase the risk of injury. Confirm your VIN, then schedule the dealer repair soon so the proper exit window is installed. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024 Forest River Sabre is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free emergency-exit-window installation that adds the missing driver-side exit.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 24V386 when you call.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2100 with questions before the dealer visit.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician installs the missing emergency exit window on the driver's side of the 2024 Sabre fifth wheel. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Forest River says owners who already paid for a repair within the scope of this defect still need the recall inspection or repair so the correct parts and procedures are confirmed. For refund review, send the prior service invoice to Sabre using the reimbursement instructions in the recall notice.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
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Timeline
| June 3, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
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| June 19, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 10, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| July 10, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 10, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V386?
Recall 24V386 covers 101 2024 Forest River Sabre fifth wheels that were built without the required emergency exit window on the driver's side. Forest River dealers will install the emergency exit window for free.
What should I do if my 2024 Forest River Sabre is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific fifth wheel is included in recall 24V386. If it is, contact a Forest River dealer to schedule the emergency exit window installation. Reference Forest River recall number 62-1785 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's remedy states that dealers will install the emergency exit window free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 24V386?
NHTSA campaign 24V386 says the missing driver's-side emergency exit window can prevent or delay occupants from leaving the fifth wheel during an emergency. That increases injury risk. The fix is to have a Forest River dealer install the missing exit window for free.
When were owners notified about recall 24V386?
Forest River mailed owner notification letters on June 19, 2024. If you bought the Sabre used or never received a letter, check your VIN and call a Forest River dealer with recall number 62-1785.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V386000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-642-2100 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V386 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V386000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
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Download Owner Notice (PDF)
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
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Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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Download Recall Report (PDF)
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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 →