Forest River, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2017
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 58 safety recalls made by Forest River, Inc. in 2017. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 28, 2017
(Campaign #: 68-0606)
Hydraulic Brake Fluid Leak
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Georgetown recreational vehicles, models GTA31L5, GTA31R5, GTA369XLF, GTA36B5, GTA36B5F, GTA377XLF, GTA378XLF, built on Ford chassis and equipped with Antilock Brake Systems (ABS). The brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) on these vehicles may be missing valve block ball plugs, potentially causing a brake fluid leak or air ingestion during electronic brake distribution and/or ABS activation.
NHTSA ID: 17V846000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
# of Units Affected: 52
Consequence Summary:
A brake fluid leak or air ingestion can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and Ford or Lincoln dealers will inspect the HECU for missing valve block ball plugs, replacing the unit as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 26, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 68-0606.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
December 21, 2017
(Campaign #: 48-0600)
Furnace may not be Secured in Place
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Prime Time Crusader and Sanibel recreational trailers. A bracket used to secure the furnace in place may be missing, allowing the furnace to shift, possibly resulting in the fresh air intake and the furnace exhaust tubes being misaligned with the furnace.
NHTSA ID: 17V835000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 170
Consequence Summary:
If the tubes are misaligned, carbon monoxide could enter the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of illness or death. Additionally, flames may escape the furnace during start up, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket to secure the furnace, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-862-1025. Forest River's number for this recall is 48-0600.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 55.29
December 21, 2017
(Campaign #: 64-0456)
Incorrectly Installed 110V and 12V Wires
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Cascade and Cherokee recreational trailers. The trailer wiring may have been improperly routed, allowing the wires to be pinched between the chassis and the vehicle body.
NHTSA ID: 17V838000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 3,297
Consequence Summary:
Pinched wires may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trailers, rerouting the wires, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-541-644-8072. Forest River's number for this recall is 64-0456.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 38.55
December 19, 2017
(Campaign #: 225-0587)
Inverter Lead Wire Insufficient Gauge
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Coachmen Galleria motorhomes, models GAB24FLM, GAB24QM and GAB24TM. The inverter was installed using a lead wire that may not be able to handle the amperage draw.
NHTSA ID: 17V825000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 41
Consequence Summary:
If the lead wire cannot handle the draw, the lead wire may melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lead wire, free of charge. The recall began on January 19, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8590. Forest River's number for this recall is 225-0587.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 68.29
December 15, 2017
(Campaign #: 03-0599)
Incorrect PSI on Label/FMVSS 110, Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Sandpiper and Sierra recreational trailers. The Federal Placard may incorrectly indicate the recommended tire pressure to be 110psi, however, the actual tire pressure should be 95psi. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims," and these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V808000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 25
Consequence Summary:
If the tires are inflated incorrectly to 110psi, it can cause premature wear of the tire, potentially causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on January 2, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-4574. Forest River's number for this recall is 03-0599.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
December 13, 2017
(Campaign #: 40-0594)
Incorrect Circuit Breaker may Cause Excessive Heat
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Berkshire XLT motorhomes. Incorrect circuit breakers were used that may not contact the electrical sub-panel correctly.
NHTSA ID: 17V799000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 108
Consequence Summary:
If the breakers do not contact the sub-panel properly, the electrical resistance can cause excessive heat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect circuit breaker, free of charge. The recall began on January 11, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-522-1368. Forest River's number for this recall is 40-0594.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 48.15
December 8, 2017
(Campaign #: 05-0595)
Incorrect Tire Info on Label/FMVSS 110, Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Salem and Wildwood recreational trailers. The Federal Placard on these vehicles incorrectly states that the trailers are equipped with ST215/75R15 Load Range D tires, however, the installed tires are size ST205/75R15 Load Range D. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims," and these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V790000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 133
Consequence Summary:
If the incorrect label causes the operator to install tires of the wrong size, vehicle handling may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners and provide corrected Federal Placards, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-848-1335. Forest River's number for this recall is 05-0595.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
December 6, 2017
(Campaign #: 05-0592)
Floor Screws may Damage Fuel Lines
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Starcraft Bus Prodigy, Prodigy LP, and Quest school buses. The screws used to secure the floor in these buses may be too long and can damage the fuel lines underneath.
NHTSA ID: 17V780000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 810
Consequence Summary:
If the fuel lines are damaged from the screws that are too long, fuel may leak and cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the leaking fuel may increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel lines, replacing them as necessary, and will install shorter length screws to secure the floor, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2017. Owners may contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River's number for this recall is 05-0592.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 20
November 22, 2017
(Campaign #: 51-0544)
Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2003-2018 Forest River Berkshire, Charleston, Rockport, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Riverstone, Salem, Sandpiper, Sierra, Vengeance, Wildcat, Wildwood, XLR Boost, Cargo Mate, Continental Cargo, motorhomes, recreational trailers, toyhaulers, cargo trailers and restroom trailers and 2009-2018 Coachmen Mirada, Pursuit, Concord, Leprechaun, Freelander, Orion and Prism motorhomes, 2009-2017 Coachmen Apex and Catalina recreational trailers, and 2013-2017 Shasta Oasis and Revere recreational trailers, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
NHTSA ID: 17V756000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 365,885
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on December 27, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0544.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 8.47
November 17, 2017
(Campaign #: 55-0565)
Carbon Monoxide May Enter Passenger Cabin
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Dynamax recreational vehicles, models ISC24FWM, ISC24RWM, ISC24FWMCD and ISC24CBM. If the vehicle is parked with the engine running, carbon monoxide may enter the passenger cabin through open windows or other openings in the floor.
NHTSA ID: 17V724000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 583
Consequence Summary:
If carbon monoxide enters the passenger cabin, it can increase the risk of injury or death.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install stainless steel exhaust tips to lengthen the exhaust, free of charge. The began on December 14, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-262-3474. Forest River's number for this recall is 55-0565.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 51.11
November 14, 2017
(Campaign #: 48-0575)
Incorrect Information on Label/FMVSS 110, Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Prime Time Fury recreational trailers. The information on the Federal Placard may be incorrect, stating that the vehicle is equipped with ST235/80R16E tires and 16X6.0JJ rims, however, the vehicle is actually equipped with ST225/75R15E tires and 15X6.0JJ rims. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims," and 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V711000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 58
Consequence Summary:
The placards do not indicate the correct tire/rim combination which could lead to the installation of incorrect replacement tires, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install new corrected Federal Placards, free of charge. The recall began on December 8, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-862-1025. Forest River's number for this recall is 48-0575.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
November 10, 2017
(Campaign #: 73-0535)
Generator's Exhaust May Melt Plastic Underbelly
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 XLR Toyhauler, Vengeance and Wolf Pack recreational trailers equipped with an optional generator. The generator's exhaust pipe is mounted too close to the trailer's plastic underbelly.
NHTSA ID: 17V708000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 762
Consequence Summary:
The generator's exhaust may melt the trailer's underbelly, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the routing of the exhaust pipe, lowering it away from the plastic underbelly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 73-0535.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 23.88
November 10, 2017
(Campaign #: 55-0564)
Water Pump Leak may cause Fire
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Dynamax Isata vehicles, models ISC36DSD, ISC35DBD, ISC36DSD4X4, built on RAM chassis equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines that have Concentric-brand water pumps without a vent hole. These water pumps may leak coolant.
NHTSA ID: 17V707000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 22
Consequence Summary:
The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners and Chrysler/RAM dealers will replace the water pumps, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-262-3474 extension 212, or Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Forest River's number for this recall is 55-0564.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
November 6, 2017
(Campaign #: 425-0560)
Incorrect Tire Information/FMVSS 110, Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Puma recreational trailers. The Federal Placards indicate incorrect tire load range and tire pressure (PSI) information. The placard states a tire size of ST205/75R15/D requiring 50PSI, however the installed tires are size ST205/75R15/C, requiring 65PSI. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims," and they also fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V699000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 8
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect tire information can cause the operator to over-inflate the tires, which can cause premature tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-642-0588. Forest River's number for this recall is 425-0560.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
October 26, 2017
(Campaign #: 10-0588)
Slide Room Arm May Contact the Tire
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Rockwood and Flagstaff travel trailers. The slide room arm may contact and damage the passenger side rear tire.
NHTSA ID: 17V677000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 77
Consequence Summary:
The damaged tire may leak air, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a lift kit to elevate the chassis and replace any tire that has evidence of damage, free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-5164. Forest River's number 10-0588.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 61.04
October 9, 2017
(Campaign #: 420-0537)
Wheels may Loosen and Separate
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Puma recreational trailers. When installing and tightening the wheels on the trailers, the wheel center caps may have interfered, preventing the wheels from being properly tightened.
NHTSA ID: 17V635000
Component: WHEELS
# of Units Affected: 742
Consequence Summary:
If the wheels were not properly tightened, they may loosen and detach while the trailer is moving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will remove the plastic wheel center cap and install a different center cap, free of charge. The recall began on November 1, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0588. Forest River's number for this recall is 420-0537.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 35.44
October 6, 2017
(Campaign #: 40-0241)
Headlights may Shut Off While Driving
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Berkshire XL and XLT buses. The headlights may shut off while switching from low beam to high beam settings, reducing visibility for the operator and other vehicles.
NHTSA ID: 17V623000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 276
Consequence Summary:
If the headlights shut off while driving, decreasing or causing a full loss of visibility, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a supplemental wiring harness that will stop the headlights from shutting off unexpectedly, free of charge. The recall began on October 31, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-295-2117. Forest River's number for this recall is 40-0241.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 40.94
October 2, 2017
(Campaign #: 220-0529)
Trailer Frames Missing Reinforcements
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Coachmen Freedom Express recreational trailers. The frames on these vehicles may not have had reinforcement stiffeners welded onto the exterior I-Beam in the axle area, allowing the axles to be misaligned.
NHTSA ID: 17V611000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 594
Consequence Summary:
Misaligned axles can affect vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and the frame manufacturer will inspect the trailer for frame reinforcements, installing them as necessary and secure the axle mountings, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8205, or Lippert Components customer service at 1-574-537-8900. Forest River's number for this recall is 220-0529.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 28.11
October 2, 2017
(Campaign #: 34-0528)
Inaccurate Information on Label/FMVSS 120, 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Forester motorhomes, model FRC3271SF. The Federal Placard may inaccurately state that the vehicle has single rear wheels and tires, when the vehicle is equipped with dual rear wheels and tires. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and Rims-Other than Passenger Cars" and fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V612000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 6
Consequence Summary:
The Federal Placards may cause the operator to not properly maintain the tires and/or wheels. Failure to maintain the tires may lead to improper handling, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners and will provide a corrected Placard, free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 34-0528.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
October 2, 2017
(Campaign #: 24-0530)
Incorrect Federal Placards/FMVSS 110/Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling one 2018 Haulin' Cargo trailer. The labels on this vehicle may list incorrect tire pressure information. As such, the trailer fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims," and the trailer fails to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V613000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 1
Consequence Summary:
The wrong tire pressure information may cause the tire to be underinflated, affecting vehicle handling, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace the affected labels, free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-848-1335. Forest River's number for this recall is 24-0530.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
September 22, 2017
(Campaign #: 05-0527)
Inconsistent Adhesive On Panel Joints/FMVSS 221
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014 Starcraft Bus Prodigy School Buses. The affected buses were assembled with an inconsistent application of adhesive to the roof panels. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."
NHTSA ID: 17V596000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 10
Consequence Summary:
Without a consistent application of adhesive, the panels may separate in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the joints for the proper amounts of adhesive, fixing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 9, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River's number for this recall is 05-0527.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 0
September 21, 2017
(Campaign #: 35-0497)
Seat Mounting Washers may Crack and Dislodge
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Glaval Bus Apollo, Commute, Concorde II, Entourage, Legacy, Primetime, Titan II, Titan II Low Floor, and Universal transit buses. The seats were mounted with washers that may crack and dislodge, resulting in the seats being not securely mounted.
NHTSA ID: 17V585000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 707
Consequence Summary:
If the seat is loose at the base there would be an increased risk of injury in the event of a sudden stop or crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective washers, free of charge. The recall began on November 9, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-343-5167. Forest River's number for this recall is 35-0497.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 19.66
September 15, 2017
(Campaign #: 64-0516)
Propane Line may have Insufficient Clearance
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Vibe, and 2016-2018 Rainier recreational trailers. The liquid propane (LP) line may have insufficient clearance above the axle shackle.
NHTSA ID: 17V573000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 1,725
Consequence Summary:
Without adequate clearance, the LP line may be damaged, resulting in a propane leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the LP line with a longer one, routing it away from the axle hangers, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-541-644-8063. Forest River's number for this recall is 64-0516.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 38.84
September 6, 2017
(Campaign #: 61-0515)
Water Heater Installed too Close to Slideroom
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Prime Time Wildcat fifth-wheel recreational trailers. The water heater may have been installed too close to the underside of the slideroom possibly allowing carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle.
NHTSA ID: 17V552000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 88
Consequence Summary:
If carbon monoxide enters the vehicle through the slideroom opening, it can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a kit to remedy the water heater's location, free of charge. The recall began on October 30, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-862-1025. Forest River's number for this recall is 61-0515.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 57.95
September 1, 2017
(Campaign #: 48-0514)
Incorrect Information on Label/FMVSS 110, Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Prime Time Tracer recreational trailers. The Federal Placard on these vehicles may not list the correct tire pressure information of 65 PSI and 448 kPa. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims," and the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V551000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 60
Consequence Summary:
Following the incorrect tire pressure information can cause the tires to prematurely fail, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will provide corrected Federal Placards, free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-862-1025. Forest River's number for this recall is 48-0514.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
August 25, 2017
(Campaign #: 45-0509)
Incorrect Information on Label/FMVSS 110
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 XLR ToyHaulers, models XLT23KW and XLT23KW-W. The Federal Placard on these vehicles may not provide the incorrect tire and rim combination information of ST225/75R15/E tires needing 80 PSI and rims of 16X6.0JJ. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 17V523000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 34
Consequence Summary:
If the information is incorrect, operators could install the incorrect size replacement tires, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners and provide a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on September 5, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 45-0509.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
August 23, 2017
(Campaign #: 10C-0496)
Spindle Nut Over Torqued
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Rockwood and Flagstaff recreational trailers equipped with Dexter Axles. The spindle nut on the axles may not have been torqued to the proper specifications.
NHTSA ID: 17V517000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 69
Consequence Summary:
The overtightened nut may cause the hub bearings to fail and the tire and rim to separate from the axle resulting in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and Dexter axle dealers will inspect and replace any suspect bearings, hubs, and spindle nuts, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-5164 or Dexter Axle at 1-574-295-7888. Forest River's number for this recall is 10C-0496.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
August 18, 2017
(Campaign #: 35.55.215-0491)
Incorrect Tire Pressure Label on B-Pillar/Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Forest River Dynamax, Forester, Sunseeker, and Coachmen Prism vehicles built on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans. The affected vehicles have tire labels on the B-pillar that list a tire pressure that is too low. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V513000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 184
Consequence Summary:
Operating the vehicle with low front tire pressures may result in tire damage, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and authorized Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will inspect and replace the tire pressure label with correct tire inflation pressure, free of charge. The recall began on September 5, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-854-888-3214. Forest River's number for this recall is 35.55.215-0491.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
August 18, 2017
(Campaign #: 61-0506)
Incorrect GAWR on Federal Placards/Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Prime Time recreational trailers, models WCF32WB, WCF34WB, and WCF37WB. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the Federal Placard is listed as 6,160lbs when the axle is only rated for 6,000lbs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V514000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 33
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect GAWR may cause the vehicle to be overloaded and the axle to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect Federal Placard and Cargo Carrying Capacity label, free of charge. The recall began on September 8, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 61-0506.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
August 10, 2017
(Campaign #: 40-08032017-0491)
Battery Cable may Rub Against Frame Rail
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Berkshire vehicles built on Freightliner Custom Chassis XCR chassis. A battery cable mounting bracket may not have been installed correctly, as a result, the improperly routed and clipped battery cable can contact the frame rail, possibly chafing and short circuiting.
NHTSA ID: 17V500000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 47
Consequence Summary:
A battery cable short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Foreest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and revise the battery cable mounting bracket and cable routing, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 29, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-34-7440 or DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. Forest River's number for this recall is 40-08032017-0491.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
August 2, 2017
(Campaign #: 63-07312017-0485)
Incorrect Weight on Federal Placard/Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Salem and Wildwood recreational trailers. The Federal Placards on these vehicles may state an incorrect weight of the trailer. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V484000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 30
Consequence Summary:
An incorrect weight on the label may affect how the operator loads the vehicle, impacting the handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected Federal Placard with correct weight and cargo carrying capacity, free of charge. The recall began August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-4058. Forest River's number for this recall is 63-07312017-0485.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
July 14, 2017
(Campaign #: 10C-07142017-0480)
Wrong VIN on Federal Placard/FMVSS 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Rockwood travel trailers, models RLF8301WS and RLF8301WS-W. The affected vehicles have a Federal Placard with an incorrect ninth place check digit printed on the VIN label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V445000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 12
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect Check Digit will hinder the registration of the vehicle, which can lead to improper licensing and the failure to properly account for the vehicle in the event of a safety recall.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and will provide a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on July 21, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-5164. Forest River's number for this recall is 10C-07142017-0480.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
July 14, 2017
(Campaign #: 5-07142017-0481)
Driveshaft Coupling May Fail
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2016 StarCraft Quest school buses built on Ford Transit chassis. In the affected vehicles, the flexible coupling connecting the transmission to the driveshaft may prematurely fail.
NHTSA ID: 17V446000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 2
Consequence Summary:
If the coupling fails, the vehicle will not be able to move under its own power and the disconnected driveshaft may impact and damage the brake and fuel lines. Additionally, the separated driveshaft may allow the vehicle to roll if the vehicle is exited when the transmission is in 'Park' but the parking brake is not applied. These scenarios may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and as an interim repair, Ford dealers will replace the flexible coupling on any vehicle with more than 30,000 miles. A final remedy repair of a redesigned flexible coupling or a revised driveshaft equipped with a universal joint is being developed and is expected in early 2018. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began on July 25, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673 or Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River's number for this recall is 5-07142017-0481.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
July 6, 2017
(Campaign #: 5.35.225-0461)
Driveshaft Coupling may Fail
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Glaval Commute; 2017-2018 Crossfit; 2016-2017 Starcraft Candidate II and Prodigy Bus; 2015-2017 Starcraft Starlite recreational transit buses; and one 2017 Rockport work truck. These vehicles were built on Ford Transit chassis. In the affected vehicles, the flexible coupling connecting the transmission to the driveshaft may prematurely fail.
NHTSA ID: 17V430000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 557
Consequence Summary:
If the coupling fails, the vehicle will not be able to move under its own power and the disconnected driveshaft may impact and damage the brake and fuel lines. Additionally, the separated driveshaft may allow the vehicle to roll if the vehicle is exited when the transmission is in 'Park' but the parking brake is not applied. These scenarios may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and as an interim repair, Ford dealers will replace the flexible coupling on any vehicle with more than 30,000 miles. A final remedy repair of a redesigned flexible coupling or a revised driveshaft equipped with a universal joint is being developed and is expected in early 2018. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673 or Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River's number for this recall is 5.35.225-0461.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
June 23, 2017
(Campaign #: 310-06212017-0455)
Battery Wires Hooked to Refrigerator Left Exposed
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Coachmen RV Encounter recreational vehicles, and 2014-2018 Coachmen RV Mirada and Mirada Select recreational vehicles equipped with the residential refrigerator option instead of the standard refrigerator. The unused, but powered, wiring for the standard refrigerator was left with exposed wire ends.
NHTSA ID: 17V396000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 1,414
Consequence Summary:
If the energized positive wire and negative wire make contact, the wires may sort circuit and possibly melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the positive and negative wires from the battery, free of charge. The recall began on August 3, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8212. Forest River's number for this recall is 310-06212017-0455.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 47.67
June 5, 2017
(Campaign #: 45-05312017-0415)
Incorrect Axle Equalizers Installed
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2016-2017 XLR ToyHauler recreational trailers, models XLT23KW and WZXLT23KW. These vehicles were built with axle equalizers that are too long.
NHTSA ID: 17V366000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 100
Consequence Summary:
An equalizer that is too short in length may cause a failure of the equalizer and/or axle springs, resulting in a possible loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct equalizers, free of charge. The recall began on June 28, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 45-05312017-0415.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 54
May 26, 2017
(Campaign #: 64-05232017-0413)
Incorrect Tire Size on Federal Placard/FMVSS 110
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Vibe recreational trailers, model ORVBT236RBS-64. The Federal Placard has incorrect rear tire information, indicating ST205/75R15C tires inflated to 50psi, when the actual tires are size ST225/75R15D inflated to 65psi. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 17V346000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 11
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect tire information can cause the operator to install the wrong size and load range of replacement tires, or underinflate the existing tires. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners will provide them a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-541-644-8063. Forest River's number for this recall is 64-05232017-0413.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
May 24, 2017
(Campaign #: 15-05192017-0412)
Incorrect GAWR on Federal Placard/Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cardinal recreational trailers, model CAF3250RL. The Federal Placard on these vehicles overstates the Gross Axle Weight Rating capacity (GAWR) by 840lbs. for each axle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V336000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 17
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect GAWR makes the Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC) label incorrect and may result in the vehicle being overloaded, affecting the vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will provide a new Federal Placard with the correct GAWR and a new CCC label, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 15-05192017-0412.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
May 15, 2017
(Campaign #: 400-05102017-0407)
Incorrect Federal Placards/FMVSS 110
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Palomino recreational trailers, model PAT251RBSS. The Federal Placard does not list the correct tire size, tire pressure, and rim size information of ST205/75R14C tires requiring 50 PSI and a rim size of 14X5.5JJ. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 17V319000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 9
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect information may cause the operator to install an incorrect replacement rim or tire or overinflate the tire, all scenarios that may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners and will provide a corrected Federal placard, free of charge. The recall began on May 31, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-269-432-3271. Forest River's number for this recall is 400-05102017-0407.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
May 8, 2017
(Campaign #: 45-05032017-0398)
Incorrect Federal Tire Placard/FMVSS 110
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 XLR ToyHauler trailers, model XLT26HFS. The Federal Placard incorrectly states that the rear tire pressure should be 50psi, when the tires should actually be inflated to 80psi. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 17V306000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 52
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect information may cause the operator to underinflate the tire, potentially causing tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on May 31, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 45-05032017-0398.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
May 2, 2017
(Campaign #: 45-03202017-0355)
Improperly Seated Bolt in Axle Hanger
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014 XLR Hyperlite toyhaulers. These vehicles have an axle equalizer knurled bolt (axle shackle locating bolt) that may not be properly seated in the chassis axle hanger.
NHTSA ID: 17V292000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 487
Consequence Summary:
If the equalizer knurled bolt is not installed properly, the bolt may not properly secure the axle, allowing it to shift and result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace any equalizer knurled bolts and nuts that were improperly installed, free of charge. The recall began on June 7, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0431. Forest River's number for this recall is 45-03202017-0355.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 20.94
April 26, 2017
(Campaign #: 51-04242017-0393)
Incorrect Federal Placards Issue/FMVSS 110, 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Salem, Wildwood, XLR, Sanibel, Wildcat, Vengeance, Chaparral Lite and Columbus recreational trailers. The Federal Placard may inaccurately list the tire and rim combinations that are installed on the trailers. Additionally, the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) information may be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims," and 49 CFR part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V282000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 71
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect information may cause the operator to install an incorrect replacement rim or tire, overinflate the tire, or overload the vehicle, all scenarios that may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners and will provide a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-04242017-0393.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
April 21, 2017
(Campaign #: 50-04182017-0392)
Incorrect Federal Placards/FMVSS 110, 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Prime Time Avenger motorhomes, model AVT31DBS. The Federal Placard on these vehicles only indicates that the rear tire size is ST225/75R15E tires with 80 PSI, when the placard should state that the front, rear, and spare tires are ST225/75R15E tires with 80 PSI. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims," and 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V266000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 32
Consequence Summary:
The incomplete Federal placard information could cause the user to install an incorrect tire, resulting in a possible overloading of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners and will provide a corrected Federal placard, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-862-1025. Forest River's number for this recall is 50-04182017-0392.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
April 7, 2017
(Campaign #: 17-04042017-0367)
Incorrect GAWR and GVWR Information/Part 567
Forest River Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Cherokee recreational trailers. The Federal Placards on these vehicles incorrectly state a Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of 3,970 lbs., when the actual capacity is 3,500 lbs. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is also incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V237000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 579
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect information may result in a user unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of the crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Federal Placard with corrected one, free of charge. The recall began on May 31, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-260-593-4001 extension 17119. Forest River's number for this recall is 17-04042017-0367.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
April 7, 2017
(Campaign #: 10-04042017-0366)
Incorrect GAWR on the Federal Placard/Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Rockwood and Flagstaff recreational vehicles. The Federal Placard may indicate an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of 2,200 lbs when the correct GAWR actually is 3,000 lbs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V235000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 7
Consequence Summary:
Inaccurate GAWR information on the Federal placard can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owner's, and dealers will install a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on April 21, 2017. Owner's may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2640. Forest River's number for this recall is 10-04042017-0366.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
April 4, 2017
(Campaign #: 45-03242017-0360)
Side Deck Patio may Open Unexpectedly
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2016-2018 XLR Toyhauler recreational vehicles. The fasteners for the side patio deck bar lock in these vehicles may not be strong enough, allowing the patio door to unlatch and the deck to drop unexpectedly.
NHTSA ID: 17V227000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 68
Consequence Summary:
If the patio deck drops while the vehicle is in use, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fasteners with stronger ones, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 45-03242017-0360.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 48.53
March 31, 2017
(Campaign #: 27-03292017-0362)
Incorrect GAWR on Federal Placard/Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Salem and Wildwood recreational vehicles. The Federal Placard on these vehicles incorrectly lists the Gross Axle Weight Rating capacity (GAWR) being 5,080 lbs, when the axles actually have a capacity of 4,400 lbs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V218000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 6
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect GAWR may result in the vehicle being overloaded, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will provide a new Federal Placard with the correct GAWR, free of charge. The recall began on April 18, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-4058. Forest River's number for this recall is 27-03292017-0362.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
March 14, 2017
(Campaign #: 420-03072017-0338)
Incorrect Tire and Rim Information/FMVSS 110
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Puma recreational trailers, models PT23FBC and PT25RSC. The Federal Placard has incorrect tire and rim size information, indicating ST205/75R15C tires with a 50 psi and rim size of 14X5, when the correct information is ST205/75R14C tires with a 50 psi, and rim size of 14X5.5JJ. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 17V169000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 44
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect tire information can cause the operator to install the wrong size of replacement tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will provide a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on March 30, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0588. Forest River's number for this recall is 420-03072017-0338.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
March 14, 2017
(Campaign #: 64-03082017-0339)
Incorrect Tire Size on Federal Placard/FMVSS 110
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Cherokee recreational trailers, model ORCKT244JR-64. The Federal Placard has incorrect tire and rim size information, indicating ST205/75R15C tires with 50 PSI and a rim size of 15X5.5JJ, when the actual combination is ST205/75R14C tires with 50 PSI and a rim size of 14X5.5JJ. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 17V171000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 14
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect tire information can cause the operator to install the wrong size of replacement tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-541-995-3447. Forest River's number for this recall is 64-03082017-0339.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
March 14, 2017
(Campaign #: 10C-03082017-0341)
Incorrect Axle Capacity Information/Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Flagstaff and Rockwood recreational trailers. The Federal Placard on these vehicles indicates a capacity of 5,000 lbs for each axle, however, each axle actually has a capacity of 4,000 lbs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V172000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 35
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect information can cause the vehicle to be overloaded or result in axle failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Federal Placard with a corrected one, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2640. Forest River's number for this recall is 10C-03082017-0341.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
March 6, 2017
(Campaign #: 49-02242017-0331)
Incorrect Axle Information on the Label/Part 567
Forest River Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Prime Time Manufacturing Crusader recreational trailers, model CSF338RSK. The Federal placard indicates that the trailers have axles that have a capacity of 7,000 lbs when their actual capacity is 6,000 lbs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V141000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 11
Consequence Summary:
Incorrect axle information on the placard can result in the trailer being overloaded, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners and dealers will replace the Federal placard with a corrected placard, free of charge. The recall began on March 20, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-862-1025. Forest River's number for the recall is 49-02242017-0331.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
March 1, 2017
(Campaign #: 10-02152017-0328)
Slide Room Bracket may Contact Front Tire
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Rockwood and Flagstaff recreational trailers. The slide room mounting bracket on these vehicles may contact the driver side front tire, potentially damaging it and causing tire deflation.
NHTSA ID: 17V129000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 57
Consequence Summary:
Tire deflation can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a rearward offset mounting bracket head to keep the slide room bracket from touching the tire, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2640. Forest River's number for this recall is 10-02152017-0328.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 78.95
February 24, 2017
(Campaign #: 72-02162017-0329)
Propane Leak from Improperly Installed Vent
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Wildwood recreational trailers, model WDT197BH and Salem recreational trailers, model SMT197BH. The lower sidewall vent for the refrigerator was improperly installed, allowing propane gas to enter the vehicle.
NHTSA ID: 17V118000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 17
Consequence Summary:
A propane leak into the interior of the vehicle in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire or explosion.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new vent into the vehicle floor, free of charge. The recall began on April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-260-593-4001. Forest River's number for the recall is 72-02162017-0329.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 52.94
February 24, 2017
(Campaign #: 67-02082017-0321)
Propane Line may Leak after Contact with Axle
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Stealth recreational vehicles, model CSFTFQ2817G-67 and Sandstorm recreational vehicles, model CSCT282GSLR-67. The liquid propane (LP) line under the vehicle may be damaged from contact with the axle, causing it to leak.
NHTSA ID: 17V117000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 98
Consequence Summary:
A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire or explosion.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-909-873-3777. Forest River's number for this recall is 67-02082017-0321.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 50
February 13, 2017
(Campaign #: 410-0201207-0317)
Undersized LP Lines may cause Stove to Extinguish
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Palomino Columbus recreational vehicles equipped with the package to install an optional generator. The liquid propane (LP) supply hose for the generator may be too small, and, as a result, the stove may not have a sufficient supply of propane to keep the burner(s) lit.
NHTSA ID: 17V095000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 5
Consequence Summary:
If the burner(s) cannot stay lit, after the flame extinguishes, propane may continue to flow into the vehicle, increasing the risk of a fire or explosion when the stove range is re-ignited.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct propane supply lines, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-3161. Forest River's number for this recall is 410-0201207-0317.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
January 26, 2017
(Campaign #: 40-01182017-0311)
Power Steering Hose Arcing and Steering Fluid Leak
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Berkshire and Charleston recreational vehicles built on Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) RV chassis. In these vehicles, the power steering hose may be improperly routed causing inadequate clearance between the hose and power stud. As a result, the hose can rub the power stud causing arcing and a power steering fluid leak.
NHTSA ID: 17V059000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 67
Consequence Summary:
Arcing in the presence of power steering fluid leak under high pressure could increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and FCCC dealers will reroute the power steering hose for proper clearance, free of charge. The recall began on March 22, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-295-2117, or FCCC customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Forest River's number for this recall is 40-01182017-0311.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
January 26, 2017
(Campaign #: 45-0132016-0312)
Incorrect Vehicle Information on Label/Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 XLR fifth-wheel recreational vehicles. These vehicles have a Federal Placard that identifies the vehicle as a "Travel Trailer" when the placard should state "Fifth-Wheel." Also, the VIN does not correspond to the type of vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V060000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 6
Consequence Summary:
With the incorrect information, the operator may attempt to tow the vehicle incorrectly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and will provide a new corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on February 22, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 45-0132016-0312.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
January 18, 2017
(Campaign #: 48-01162017-0310)
Incorrect Tire Information on Placard/FMVSS 110
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Prime Time Avenger recreational vehicles. The Federal Placards on these vehicles may indicate an incorrect tire and rim combination. The Federal Placard indicates ST225/75R15E tires with 80 PSI and a rim designation of 15X6.0JJ, while the subject vehicles' Federal Placard should indicate ST225/75R15D tires with 65 PSI and a rim designation of 15X5.0JJ. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard(FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 17V039000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 165
Consequence Summary:
Incorrect tire information can cause the tires to be over inflated, possibly resulting in a tire blowout and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-862-1025. Forest River's number for this recall is 48-01162017-0310.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
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