NHTSA Campaign 18V333000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Issued by Forest River, Inc. · Reported May 23, 2018 · 265 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Forest River Vengeance Rouge recreational trailers, models VGT25V-73 and VGT25V-73-W. These vehicles may be missing side marker lights in the middle of each side, reducing the visibility of the trailers to other drivers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

The reduced visibility can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will install the missing amber side marker lights, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 73-0727.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
FOREST RIVER VENGEANCE 2017 265
FOREST RIVER VENGEANCE 2018 265
FOREST RIVER VENGEANCE 2019 265

Source: NHTSA Campaign 18V333000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.