Forest River, Inc. | model year 2014 wildcat recreational vehicles manufactured october 25, 2013, through january 24, 2014 | NHTSA Recall #14V077000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V077000 by Forest River, Inc.. Affecting model year 2014 wildcat recreational vehicles manufactured october 25, 2013, through january 24, 2014 Includes 49 affected units, Incorrect Certification Label/FMVSS 567, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

model year 2014 wildcat recreational vehicles manufactured october 25, 2013, through january 24, 2014

Defect Summary

Forest river, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2014 wildcat recreational vehicles manufactured october 25, 2013, through january 24, 2014. in the affected vehicles, the federal certification tag incorrectly states that the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) is 15,500 pounds instead of the correct gvwr of 12,330 pounds. as such, the vehicle does not conform to part 567, "certification."

Corrective Action

Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will install a new certification label with the correct information. The recall began on april 9, 2014. customers may contact forest river wildcat customer service and warranty department at 1-574-206-7600.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V077000

Manufacturer: Forest River, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2014-02-27T00:00:00

Subject: Incorrect certification label/fmvss 567

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 49

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Forest river, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2014 wildcat recreational vehicles manufactured october 25, 2013, through january 24, 2014. in the affected vehicles, the federal certification tag incorrectly states that the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) is 15,500 pounds instead of the correct gvwr of 12,330 pounds. as such, the vehicle does not conform to part 567, "certification."

Consequence Summary: As a result, the trailer may be loaded beyond the specified weight rating which may cause a tire or suspension failure leading to poor vehicle handling and an increased risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will install a new certification label with the correct information. The recall began on april 9, 2014. customers may contact forest river wildcat customer service and warranty department at 1-574-206-7600.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 14V077000

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Created At: 1741512641

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Updated At: 1741512641

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