NHTSA Recall 18V876000: Non-powered axle assembly (suspension)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 142 vehicles. It affects 2019 Forest River Rockport.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V876000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 51-0919 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR › AXLE › NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | December 10, 2018 |
| Owner notification | December 18, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Rockport vehicles. The Federal Placard may indicate an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Safety risk
An overloaded vehicle may cause operator to lose control of vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will replace the Federal Placard with a new corrected Placard, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-522-7599. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0919.
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 18V876000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Forest River Rockport | 2019 |
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.