Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Forest River Rockport delivery
— Recall Campaign #16V693000
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Forest River Rockport delivery vehicles, models RPAF1270 and RPAA1270, manufactured November 24, 2014, to August 28, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with Thieman Tailgates-brand TVL 12/16 series lift gates supported with roller chains that may fail.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 45 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
16V693000
| Manufacturer: | Forest River, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 26, 2016 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 16V693000 |
| Units affected: | 45 |
- Description:
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Forest River Rockport delivery vehicles, models RPAF1270 and RPAA1270, manufactured November 24, 2014, to August 28, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with Thieman Tailgates-brand TVL 12/16 series lift gates supported with roller chains that may fail.
- Consequeces:
- If the roller chain fails, the lift gate may fall unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- Forest River will notify owners, and Thieman Lift Gate distributors will repair the lift gate, free of charge. The recall began on November 11, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-888-711-1600, or Thieman customer service at 1-800-524-5210 extension 104. Forest River's number for this recall is 29-09202016-0250.
- 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.