Forest River, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #17V517000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V517000 by Forest River, Inc.. Affecting 2018 rockwood and flagstaff recreational trailers equipped with dexter axles Includes 69 affected units, Spindle Nut Over Torqued, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2018 rockwood and flagstaff recreational trailers equipped with dexter axles

Defect Summary

Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2018 rockwood and flagstaff recreational trailers equipped with dexter axles. the spindle nut on the axles may not have been torqued to the proper specifications.

Corrective Action

Forest river will notify owners, and dexter axle dealers will inspect and replace any suspect bearings, hubs, and spindle nuts, free of charge. the recall began on august 31, 2017. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-642-5164 or dexter axle at 1-574-295-7888. forest river's number for this recall is 10c-0496.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V517000
Manufacturer: Forest River, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2017-08-23T00:00:00
Subject: Spindle nut over torqued
Component: Suspension
Potentially Affected Units: 69

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 10C-0496
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2018 rockwood and flagstaff recreational trailers equipped with dexter axles. the spindle nut on the axles may not have been torqued to the proper specifications.
Consequence Summary: The overtightened nut may cause the hub bearings to fail and the tire and rim to separate from the axle resulting in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Forest river will notify owners, and dexter axle dealers will inspect and replace any suspect bearings, hubs, and spindle nuts, free of charge. the recall began on august 31, 2017. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-642-5164 or dexter axle at 1-574-295-7888. forest river's number for this recall is 10c-0496.

Safety Information

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

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NHTSA ID: 17V517000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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