Incorrect axle rating on federal placard/part 567
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2022 rpod rpt153 travel trailers. the federal placard states an incorrect axle rating of 4400 lbs, instead of the correct rating of 3500 lbs, which can cause the vehicle to become overloaded. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 cfr part 567, "certification."
Safety Consequence
An overloaded vehicle can cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river will mail replacement labels, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed july 18, 2022. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-642-3119 option 2. forest river's number for this recall is 80-1525.
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FAQ: Recall 22V450000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 22V450000?
NHTSA recall 22V450000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on June 24, 2022. It addresses: Incorrect axle rating on federal placard/part 567. The recall affects approximately 205 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 22V450000 or the manufacturer campaign number 80-1525. 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.