The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·16V762000·Announced 2016-10-20

Forest River Cedar Creek Recalled for Incorrect Axle Capacity Ratings

Forest River is recalling 2017 Cedar Creek trailers because axles were misidentified as having a 7,000-pound capacity when they are only rated for 6,000 pounds.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (incorrect axle capacity) that poses a risk of loss of control or reduced braking distance, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2017 Cedar Creek recreational trailers manufactured between September 8, 2016, and September 19, 2016. The axles installed on these vehicles were incorrectly identified as having a 7,000-pound capacity, although they were only rated and designed to carry up to 6,000 pounds.

Owners of affected vehicles could unknowingly overload the trailers, which may result in a loss of control or reduced braking distance, potentially increasing the risk of a crash. All affected vehicles have been captured at the dealer level and are being repaired prior to sale. Consequently, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign.

Dealers will replace the axles that are rated for a 7,000-pound capacity. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-593-4000 extension 20209. Forest River's number for this recall is 20-10112016-0255. 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.

The recalled product

Product
FOREST RIVER CEDAR CREEK
Brand
FOREST RIVER
Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Recreational Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
8

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)

  • CEDAR CREEK

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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