Forest River Cardinal recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 22, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Forest River, Inc. recalls 2016 Forest River Cardinal

Recall number

15V860000

Brand / firm

Forest River

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 14 units

Why it was recalled

Incorrect placards may result in improper trailer loading. Improper loading may increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Cardinal fifth wheel travel trailers, model CAF3850RL. The affected vehicles have Federal Certification Placards that list an incorrect gross axle weight from what is actually installed on the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

What to do

Forest River will notify owners and mail them a corrected Federal placard label, free of charge. The recall began on January 13, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 15-12112015-0122.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.