Recall 17V282000: 2017–2018 Forest River Chaparrel Lite, 2017–2018 Forest River Columbus, 2017–2018 Forest River Salem +5 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 26, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 71
- Models
- 8
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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."
The risk
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.
The fix
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.
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
- 2017 Forest River Chaparrel Lite
- 2018 Forest River Chaparrel Lite
- 2017 Forest River Columbus
- 2018 Forest River Columbus
- 2017 Forest River Salem
- 2018 Forest River Salem
- 2017 Forest River Sanibel
- 2018 Forest River Sanibel
- 2017 Forest River Vengeance
- 2018 Forest River Vengeance
- 2017 Forest River Wildcat
- 2018 Forest River Wildcat
- 2017 Forest River Wildwood
- 2018 Forest River Wildwood
- 2017 Forest River XLR
- 2018 Forest River XLR
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V282000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 51-04242017-0393
- Manufacturer
- Forest River, Inc.
- Owner letters
- May 17, 2017
- Components
- Tires (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