Incorrect seating capacity on label/fmvss 120
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2025 freelander motorhomes. the federal placard indicates 30 seat-belted positions in the rear, when the correct number of belted positions is 3. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 120, "wheels and rims - other than passenger cars" and 49 cfr part 567, "certification."
Safety Consequence
Incorrect seating capacity information may lead to overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river will mail owners new federal placards, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed august 8, 2024. owners may contact customer service at 1-574-825-8602. forest river's number for this recall is 210-1824.
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FAQ: Recall 24V581000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 24V581000?
NHTSA recall 24V581000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on August 6, 2024. It addresses: Incorrect seating capacity on label/fmvss 120. The recall affects approximately 20 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 24V581000 or the manufacturer campaign number 210-1824. 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.