Forest River Wildwood recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 2, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Forest River, Inc. recalls 2018 Forest River Wildwood, Salem

Recall number

17V484000

Brand / firm

Forest River

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 30 units

Why it was recalled

An incorrect weight on the label may affect how the operator loads the vehicle, impacting the handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Salem and Wildwood recreational trailers. The Federal Placards on these vehicles may state an incorrect weight of the trailer. 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 dealers will install a corrected Federal Placard with correct weight and cargo carrying capacity, free of charge. The recall began August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-4058. Forest River's number for this recall is 63-07312017-0485.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.