Other: labelsRecall 19V-085 · 2019 Forest River Cherokee
Forest River, Inc. recall 19V-085 covers 10 2019 Forest River Cherokee for a other: labels problem, reported to NHTSA on February 8, 2019. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q1) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 19V085000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Cherokee recreational trailers. The Federal Placards indicate incorrect tire size information of ST205/75R15, when the vehicles are actually equipped with ST225/75R15 tires. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims." Additionally, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
The risk
The incorrect information may cause an operator to install a tire that is insufficient for the vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix
Forest River has notified owners and sent them a new Federal Placard that has correct tire size information, free of charge. The recall began February 25, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-541-644-8072, extension 4022. Forest River's number for this recall is 64-0948.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from January 22, 2019 to January 23, 2019. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.