Incorrect gvwr/ccc on federal placard/part 567
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2018 forest river prime time recreational trailers, model wcf35mb. the federal placard states an incorrect gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) which incorrectly calculated an incorrect cargo carrying capacity (ccc) to indicate a negative ccc in pounds. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 cfr part 567, "certification."
Safety Consequence
The incorrect information may cause the operator to exceed the ccc and gvwr of the vehicle, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river has notified owners and provided federal placards with corrected information, free of charge. the recall began on may 3, 2018. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-862-2589. forest river's number for this recall is 61-0704.
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FAQ: Recall 18V270000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V270000?
NHTSA recall 18V270000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on April 27, 2018. It addresses: Incorrect gvwr/ccc on federal placard/part 567. The recall affects approximately 7 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V270000 or the manufacturer campaign number 61-0704. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.