NHTSA Recall 17V445000: Labels (equipment)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 12 vehicles. It affects 2017 Forest River Rockwood.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V445000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 10C-07142017-0480 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | July 14, 2017 |
| Owner notification | July 21, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Rockwood travel trailers, models RLF8301WS and RLF8301WS-W. The affected vehicles have a Federal Placard with an incorrect ninth place check digit printed on the VIN label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Safety risk
The incorrect Check Digit will hinder the registration of the vehicle, which can lead to improper licensing and the failure to properly account for the vehicle in the event of a safety recall.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and will provide a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on July 21, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-5164. Forest River's number for this recall is 10C-07142017-0480.
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 17V445000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Forest River Rockwood | 2017 |
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.