Incorrect gvwr on federal placard/fmvss 120
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2026-2027 wildwood and salem travel trailers. The federal placard may have the incorrect gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr). 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."
Safety Consequence
Referencing the incorrect gvwr may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a new corrected label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed july 22, 2026. Owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest river's number for this recall 04-2075.
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FAQ: Recall 26V439000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V439000?
NHTSA recall 26V439000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on July 8, 2026. It addresses: Incorrect gvwr on federal placard/fmvss 120. The recall affects approximately 18 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 26V439000 or the manufacturer campaign number 04-2075. 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: 2026-08-17. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.