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2008 FOREST RIVER CHEROKEE Recall - Campaign #17V237000

 
Auto Recalls For Consumers

2008 FOREST RIVER CHEROKEE RECALL - #17V237000

RECALL FOR EQUIPMENT : OTHER : LABELS

Forest River Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Cherokee recreational trailers. The Federal Placards on these vehicles incorrectly state a Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of 3,970 lbs., when the actual capacity is 3,500 lbs. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is also incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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Vehicle 2008 FOREST RIVER CHEROKEE
Manufacturer Forest River, Inc.
Manufactured between 1/31/2007 - 9/23/2010
Recalled on 4/11/2017
Influenced by Forest River, Inc.
Owners Notified on 5/31/2017
# Affected 579
Recalled for EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
 
Description Forest River Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Cherokee recreational trailers. The Federal Placards on these vehicles incorrectly state a Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of 3,970 lbs., when the actual capacity is 3,500 lbs. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is also incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Consequences The incorrect information may result in a user unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of the crash.
Corrective action Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Federal Placard with corrected one, free of charge. The recall began on May 31, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-260-593-4001 extension 17119. Forest River's number for this recall is 17-04042017-0367.
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.
See also 2008 FOREST RIVER CHEROKEE Recall for EQUIPMENT
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