NHTSA Recall 16V780000: Equipment and fuel pump (fuel system)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 22 vehicles. It affects 2016 Forest River Rockport.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V780000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 29-10212016-0261 |
| Components | EQUIPMENT; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP |
| Report received | October 26, 2016 |
| Owner notification | November 29, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Rockport cargo box trucks and work trucks manufactured December 8, 2015, to May 31, 2016 and built on GM chassis. Cycling the rear ramp in and out may cause the electrical connections on the fuel sending unit to be damaged, resulting in a loss of fuel pressure.
Safety risk
A loss of fuel pressure will result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will reinstall the loading ramp structure to give sufficient clearance, free of charge. The recall began on November 29, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-522-7599. Forest River's number for this recall is 29-10212016-0261.
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 16V780000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Forest River Rockport | 2016 |
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.