Forest River, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #16V762000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V762000 by Forest River, Inc.. Affecting model year 2017 cedar creek recreational trailers manufactured september 8, 2016, to september 19, 2016 Includes 8 affected units, Mislabeled Axle Capacity, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2017 cedar creek recreational trailers manufactured september 8, 2016, to september 19, 2016

Defect Summary

Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain model year 2017 cedar creek recreational trailers manufactured september 8, 2016, to september 19, 2016. the axles installed on these vehicles were incorrectly identified as having a 7,000 pound capacity when they were only rated and designed to carry up to 6,000 pounds.

Corrective Action

All affected vehicles have been captured at the dealer level and are being repaired prior to sale. therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. dealers will replace the axles that are rated for a 7,000lb capacity. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-593-4000 extension 20209. forest river's number for this recall is 20-10112016-0255.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V762000
Manufacturer: Forest River, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2016-10-20T00:00:00
Subject: Mislabeled axle capacity
Component: Suspension
Potentially Affected Units: 8

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 20-10112016-0255
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain model year 2017 cedar creek recreational trailers manufactured september 8, 2016, to september 19, 2016. the axles installed on these vehicles were incorrectly identified as having a 7,000 pound capacity when they were only rated and designed to carry up to 6,000 pounds.
Consequence Summary: The owner of a vehicle with the incorrect axles could unknowingly overload the vehicle, possibly resulting in a loss of control or reduced braking distance, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: All affected vehicles have been captured at the dealer level and are being repaired prior to sale. therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. dealers will replace the axles that are rated for a 7,000lb capacity. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-593-4000 extension 20209. forest river's number for this recall is 20-10112016-0255.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 100

Metadata

SID: row-99sp.9wqs-s62y
NHTSA ID: 16V762000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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