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NHTSA Recall 17V514000: Labels (equipment)

Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 33 vehicles. It affects 2018 Forest River Prime Time.

33
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2017
owners notified (September 8)
NHTSA campaign17V514000
Manufacturer campaign61-0506
ComponentEQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS
Report receivedAugust 18, 2017
Owner notificationSeptember 8, 2017
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Prime Time recreational trailers, models WCF32WB, WCF34WB, and WCF37WB. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the Federal Placard is listed as 6,160lbs when the axle is only rated for 6,000lbs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Safety risk

The incorrect GAWR may cause the vehicle to be overloaded and the axle to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect Federal Placard and Cargo Carrying Capacity label, free of charge. The recall began on September 8, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 61-0506.

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 17V514000

Make and modelModel years
Forest River Prime Time2018

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.