Official recall notice
Incorrect GVWR on Federal Placard/FMVSS 120
- Recall date
- 2026-07-09
- Brand
- Forest River, Inc.
- Category
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 18
- Vehicle
- Forest River, Inc.
Why it was recalled
Hazard
Referencing the incorrect GVWR may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended action
What to do
Dealers will install a new corrected label, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall 04-2075.
Product description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Wildwood and Salem travel trailers. The Federal Placard may have the incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other than Passenger Cars."