Recall
Forest River Cardinal — 15V860000
NHTSA ID
15V860000
Make
Forest River
Model
Cardinal
Years Affected
2016
Recall Date
2015-12-22
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Units Affected
14
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
15-12112015-0122
Summary
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Cardinal fifth wheel travel trailers, model CAF3850RL. The affected vehicles have Federal Certification Placards that list an incorrect gross axle weight from what is actually installed on the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Consequence
Incorrect placards may result in improper trailer loading. Improper loading may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners and mail them a corrected Federal placard label, free of charge. The recall began on January 13, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 15-12112015-0122.