NHTSA Recall 16V693000: Hatchback/liftgate (structure)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 45 vehicles. It affects 2014–2016 Forest River Rockport.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V693000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 29-09202016-0250 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE |
| Report received | September 26, 2016 |
| Owner notification | November 11, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
If the roller chain fails, the lift gate may fall unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V693000
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.