The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·19V604000·Announced 2019-08-16

Forest River Recalls 2019 Rockport Vans Due to Welding Defect

Forest River is recalling 2019 Rockport box vans and service bodies because improperly welded bulk storage beams may fail when loaded, posing an injury risk.

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 defect that poses a risk of injury to occupants if components fall, but the source text does not report any actual injuries or fatalities.

Plain-English summary

Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain 2019 Rockport box vans and service bodies equipped with Uline Bulk Storage racks. The recall addresses a defect where improper welding may cause the bulk storage beams to fail when loaded.

If the beams fail, components may fall off and strike occupants, increasing the risk of injury. The recall is expected to begin on August 29, 2019.

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install replacement beams that were correctly welded, free of charge. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-522-7599 or Uline customer service at 1-800-295-5510. Forest River's number for this recall is 29-1074.

The recalled product

Product
FOREST RIVER ROCKPORT
Brand
FOREST RIVER
Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Box Vans / Service Bodies
Hazard
Affected units
51

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)

  • ROCKPORT

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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