CarRecallWatch- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
- Problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2011, 2016-2019, 2021-2024 Rockport Work Trucks. The rear liftgate may have been installed without a U-bolt on the driver and passenger side, which can allow the liftgate to fall to the ground when loaded.
- Risk
- A liftgate that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the U-bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-522-7599. Forest River's number for this recall is 65-1700.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The rear liftgate on these vehicles may have been installed without a U-bolt on the driver and passenger sides. Without this part, the liftgate can fall to the ground when it is loaded.
A liftgate that falls unexpectedly raises the risk of injury to the owner or anyone standing nearby. If your vehicle is affected, avoid loading the liftgate until it has been inspected.
Authorized dealers will inspect the U-bolts and replace them as needed, free of charge. Owners were notified by mail starting May 17, 2024, or can contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-522-7599, referencing recall 65-1700. You can also check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Forest River Rockport | 201120162017201820192021202220232024 |
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