NHTSA Campaign 18V876000
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Issued by Forest River, Inc. · Reported Dec 10, 2018 · 142 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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."
Consequence
An overloaded vehicle may cause operator to lose control of vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| FOREST RIVER | ROCKPORT | 2019 | 142 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 18V876000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.