Other: labelsRecall 23V-226 · 2023 Forest River Cherokee
Forest River, Inc. recall 23V-226 covers 70 2023 Forest River Cherokee for a other: labels problem, reported to NHTSA on March 31, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q1) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V226000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023 Cherokee CKT36FBOP Travel Trailers. The safety chains may be insufficient for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) listed on the federal placard, which can allow the trailer to detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
The risk
A trailer that detaches from a vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install a new Federal Placard, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be sent. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at1-260)-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 89-1618.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.