Forest River, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #16V957000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V957000 by Forest River, Inc.. Affecting model year 2017 xlr toyhauler and prime time spartan recreational fifth-wheel vehicles manufactured august 21, 2016, to december 12, 2016 Includes 366 affected units, Rear Door Hinge Welds may be Insufficient, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2017 xlr toyhauler and prime time spartan recreational fifth-wheel vehicles manufactured august 21, 2016, to december 12, 2016

Defect Summary

Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain model year 2017 xlr toyhauler and prime time spartan recreational fifth-wheel vehicles manufactured august 21, 2016, to december 12, 2016. the affected vehicles have rear cargo door hinges with welds on the hinge pin and hinge plate that may be insufficient, and as a result, the top of the door may swing down with more force than normal.

Corrective Action

Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ramp door hinge, free of charge. the recall began on february 22, 2017. for more information, xlr owners may call 1-574-642-0432 and spartan owners may call 1-574-862-1025. forest river's number for this recall is 51-12312016-0310.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V957000

Manufacturer: Forest River, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2016-12-31T00:00:00

Subject: Rear door hinge welds may be insufficient

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 366

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 51-12312016-0310

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain model year 2017 xlr toyhauler and prime time spartan recreational fifth-wheel vehicles manufactured august 21, 2016, to december 12, 2016. the affected vehicles have rear cargo door hinges with welds on the hinge pin and hinge plate that may be insufficient, and as a result, the top of the door may swing down with more force than normal.

Consequence Summary: The hinge pin may separate from the hinge plate, leading the side of the door to shift. this condition could cause the springs to lift off the hinged end of the door and could cause the top of the door to swing down with more force than normal, increasing the risk of personal injury.

Corrective Action: Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ramp door hinge, free of charge. the recall began on february 22, 2017. for more information, xlr owners may call 1-574-642-0432 and spartan owners may call 1-574-862-1025. forest river's number for this recall is 51-12312016-0310.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 33.88

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