Forest River Cherokee recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 10, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Forest River, Inc. recalls 2018–2019 Forest River Cherokee

Recall number

19V355000

Brand / firm

Forest River

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 3 units

Why it was recalled

Due to the incorrect Federal Placard, an operator may overload the vehicle, which may decrease vehicle stability and increase the risk of crash.

What was recalled

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Cherokee ACKT39CL and ACKT39RL travel trailers. The Federal Placard may have incorrect axle rating, cargo carrying capacity, and tire/wheel combination information.

What to do

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will provide replacement placards that contain the accurate information, free of charge. The recall began May 28, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 17A-1012.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.