NHTSA Recall 18V876000
Filed by Forest River, Inc.. Component: Suspension. Reported 2018-12-10. An estimated 142 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Forest River, Inc (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Rockport vehicles. The Federal Placard may indicate an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Risk
An overloaded vehicle may cause operator to lose control of vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will replace the Federal Placard with a new corrected Placard, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-522-7599. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0919.
Manufacturer campaign number: 51-0919
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.