CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Cedar Creek recreational trailers manufactured September 8, 2016, to September 19, 2016. The axles installed on these vehicles were incorrectly identified as having a 7,000 pound capacity when they were only rated and designed to carry up to 6,000 pounds.
- Risk
- The owner of a vehicle with the incorrect axles could unknowingly overload the vehicle, possibly resulting in a loss of control or reduced braking distance, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- All affected vehicles have been captured at the dealer level and are being repaired prior to sale. Therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. Dealers will replace the axles that are rated for a 7,000lb capacity. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-593-4000 extension 20209. Forest River's number for this recall is 20-10112016-0255.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2017 Cedar Creek trailers built between September 8 and September 19, 2016, were fitted with axles labeled as 7,000-pound capacity. In fact, those axles are rated and designed for only 6,000 pounds. An owner could unknowingly load the trailer beyond the axle's real limit without realizing it.
An overloaded axle can lead to loss of control and longer stopping distances, which increases the risk of a crash. Because the problem is a mislabeled capacity, the trailer may look and drive normally until the limit is exceeded.
The repair is free. Dealers will replace the axles that carry the incorrect 7,000-pound rating. All affected units are being repaired before sale, so owners of these trailers will not receive a notification letter. If you have questions, contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-593-4000, extension 20209, and check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Forest River Cedar Creek | 2017 |
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