Recall 12V543000: 2011–2012 Cargo Mate Blazer, 2011–2012 Cargo Mate Cargo Mate, 2012 Cargo Mate Ecomony Hauler +21 more

Updated Oct 31, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date: Nov 23, 2012
Vehicles affected: 2,200
Models: 24
Initiated by: ODI

The problem

Forest River is recalling certain model 2011 and 2012 trailers manufactured from August 11, 2011, through April 11, 2012, equipped with Carlisle Toy Hauler series trailer wheels. These wheels were manufactured with machine dimensions for the application of a center cap and the application of steel lug inserts that were not controlled to the required specifications. As a result, the wheel may not be tightened to the proper torque during the mounting process.

The risk

If the wheels are not tightened to the proper torque, the wheels could loosen, leading to wheel separation, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. A detached wheel also becomes a road hazard.

The fix

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheels free of charge. The recall began on January 10, 2013. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-389-4600.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

2011 Cargo Mate Blazer
2012 Cargo Mate Blazer
2011 Cargo Mate Cargo Mate
2012 Cargo Mate Cargo Mate
2012 Cargo Mate Ecomony Hauler
2011 Cargo Mate Econo Hauler
2012 Cargo Mate Econo Hauler
2011 Cargo Mate Economy Hauler
2011 Cargo Mate Eliminator
2012 Cargo Mate Eliminator
2011 Cargo Mate Multiple Purpose Trailer
2012 Cargo Mate Multiple Purpose Trailer
2011 Cargo Mate Qualifier
2012 Cargo Mate Qualifier
2011 Cargo Mate Snowbird
2012 Cargo Mate Snowbird
2011 Cargo Mate SS Series
2012 Cargo Mate SS Series
2011 Cargo Mate Travel Companion
2012 Cargo Mate Travel Companion
2011 Continental Cargo Auto Master
2012 Continental Cargo Auto Master
2011 Continental Cargo Auto Plus
2012 Continental Cargo Auto Plus
2011 Continental Cargo Continental Cargo
2012 Continental Cargo Continental Cargo
2011 Continental Cargo Junior Automaster
2012 Continental Cargo Junior Automaster
2011 Continental Cargo RS Series
2012 Continental Cargo RS Series
2011 Continental Cargo Tailwind
2012 Continental Cargo Tailwind
2011 Continental Cargo Value Hauler
2012 Continental Cargo Value Hauler
2011 Rance Aluminum Trailer Lightning
2012 Rance Aluminum Trailer Lightning
2011 Rance Aluminum Trailer LOW Rider
2012 Rance Aluminum Trailer LOW Rider
2011 Rance Aluminum Trailer Outlaw
2012 Rance Aluminum Trailer Outlaw
2011 Rance Aluminum Trailer Ranger
2012 Rance Aluminum Trailer Ranger
2011 Rance Aluminum Trailer V-Low
2012 Rance Aluminum Trailer V-Low
2011 Rockport Work N TOW
2012 Rockport Work N TOW

Details

NHTSA campaign: 12V543000
Manufacturer: FOREST RIVER, INC.
Owner letters: Jan 10, 2013
Components: Wheels (Wheels & Tires)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology