NHTSA Recall 16V500000: Software (electrical system) and brake lights (exterior lighting)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 214 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Forest River Orion.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V500000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 210-06282016-0216 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS |
| Report received | July 5, 2016 |
| Owner notification | August 31, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Forest River Orion recreational vehicles manufactured January 1, 2014, to June 30, 2016; 2014 Rockport work and delivery trucks manufactured on January 29, 2016; and 2015-2017 Forest River Rev recreational vehicles manufactured December 10, 2014, to June 30, 2016. These vehicles are built on a Chrysler RAM ProMaster chassis and are equipped with a Trailer Tow Lighting Control Module that may have a software error which can prevent illumination of the trailer brake lights during brake actuation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
Trailer brake lights that are inoperative can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and RAM dealers will replace the Trailer Tow Light Control Module, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440, or RAM customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Forest River's number for this recall is 210-06282016-0216.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V500000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Forest River Orion | 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Forest River Rev | 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Forest River Rockport | 2014 |
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.