NHTSA Recall 07V487000: Labels (equipment)
FOREST RIVER, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 263 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Forest River Salem.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V487000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | October 16, 2007 |
| Owner notification | October 1, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain travel trailers fail to comply with the requirements of part 567, "certification." the label located on the lower roadside front of the unit contains an improper listing of the tire and rim.
Safety risk
There may be confusion as to the proper replacement tire if it is necessary.
Remedy
Dealers will mail the corrected federal compliance tag and tire load information to the dealers or retail customers. They can be placed over the incorrect label after cleaning the surface with alcohol. Customers will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. The recall began on october 1, 2007. Owners may contact forest river at 574-534-3167.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 07V487000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.