NHTSA Recall 23V611000: Labels (equipment)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 66 vehicles. It affects 2024 Forest River Sabre.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V611000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 62-1671 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | September 1, 2023 |
| Owner notification | September 12, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024 Sabre fifth wheels. The Federal Placard indicates an incorrect cargo carrying capacity (CCC) and dry weight, which can result in an overloaded vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars" and 49 CFR Part 567 "Certification."
Safety risk
An overloaded vehicle can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will mail owners a new Federal Placard, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 12, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 62-1671.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 23V611000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Forest River Sabre | 2024 |
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.