Defect Description For Recall
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) Is Recalling Certain 2018 Prime Time Recreational Trailers, Models Wcf32Wb, Wcf34Wb, And Wcf37Wb. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (Gawr) On The Federal Placard Is Listed As 6,160Lbs When The Axle Is Only Rated For 6,000Lbs. As Such, These Vehicles Fail To Comply With The Requirements Of 49 Cfr Part 567, “Certification.”
Make Of Vehicle
FOREST RIVER
Model Of Vehicle
PRIME TIME
Year
2018
Recall Campaign Number
17V514000
Component Description
Equipment:Other:Labels
Effect Of Defect
The Incorrect Gawr May Cause The Vehicle To Be Overloaded And The Axle To Fail, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Forest River Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Incorrect Federal Placard And Cargo Carrying Capacity Label, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On September 8, 2017. Owners May Contact Forest River Customer Service At 1-574-642-0432. Forest River’S Number For This Recall Is 61-0506.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20170629
End Of Manufacture
20170811
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
33
Date Owners Notified
20170908
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Date Report Received
20170818
Make Campaign Number
61-0506
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
567