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NHTSARecalled Apr 7, 2017 · #17V235000

Incorrect GAWR on the Federal Placard/Part 567

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Rockwood and Flagstaff recreational vehicles. The Federal Placard may indicate an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of 2,200 lbs when the correct GAWR actually is 3,000 lbs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification." Inaccurate GAWR information on the Federal placard can increase the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Incorrect GAWR on the Federal Placard/Part 567
  • 2017 Rockwood and Flagstaff recreational
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Forest River will notify owner's, and dealers will install a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on April 21, 2017. Owner's may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2640. Forest River's number for this recall is 10-04042017-0366.

View the official CPSC notice