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NHTSA Recall 18V490000: Labels (equipment)

Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7 vehicles. It affects 2019 Prime Time Crusader.

7
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2018
owners notified (July 31)
NHTSA campaign18V490000
Manufacturer campaign48-0801
ComponentEQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS
Report receivedJuly 26, 2018
Owner notificationJuly 31, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Prime Time Crusader fifth-wheel recreational trailers, model CSF315RST. The Federal Placard on these vehicles indicate that the axles have a weight capacity of 6,000lbs, however, their actual capacity is 5,100lbs.

Safety risk

The incorrect Federal Placard may result in the axles being overloaded, causing a loss of control, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River has notified owners, and will provide replacement Federal Placards, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-862-1025. Forest River's number for this recall is 48-0801.

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 18V490000

Make and modelModel years
Prime Time Crusader2019

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.