Forest River Recalls 2016 Wildcat Trailers for Incorrect Weight Placards
Forest River is recalling 52 model year 2016 Wildcat recreational trailers because they may have incorrect Federal placards with a reduced Gross Axle Weight Rating.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 2/5 (Moderate).
Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The recall addresses a labeling and compliance error (incorrect GAWR on the Federal placard) rather than a structural defect or active mechanical failure. While the source notes potential handling issues, no injuries or crashes have been reported, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity labeling/compliance issue.
Plain-English summary
Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2016 Wildcat recreational trailers, specifically models WCF28SGX, WCF29RKP, WCF29RLX, and WCF31SAX. These vehicles were manufactured between September 25, 2015, and January 20, 2016. The recall affects 52 units.
The affected trailers may have been produced with an incorrect Federal placard that lists an improperly reduced Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of 3,500 lbs, whereas the correct rating is 5,200 lbs. This error means the vehicles fail to comply with the certification requirements of 49 CFR Part 567. Incorrect placard information could lead to reduced handling of the vehicle, potentially resulting in a loss of control or a crash.
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will provide a corrected Federal placard free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-862-2071 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- FOREST RIVER WILDCAT
- Brand
- FOREST RIVER
- Manufacturer
- Forest River, Inc.
- Category
- Vehicle — Recreational Trailer
- Affected units
- 52
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- WILDCAT
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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