Recall 10V-648: 2011 Forest River Crusader, 2011 Forest River Rance and 2 more
FOREST RIVER, INC. recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on Dec 20, 2010, covering about 53 vehicles.
The problem
Forest river is recalling certain model year 2011 surveyor travel trailers, crusader fifth wheel trailers, rance aluminum cargo trailers, and work and play toy hauler trailers equipped with 15" x 6" white spoke or modular design steel wheels with a six hole bolt pattern. Some of the wheels may have inadequate weld penetration between the outer ring and the center plate due to improper plate alignment.
The risk
There could be a potential wheel failure and wheel loss increasing the risk of a crash, or personal injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the wheels on the suspect vehicles and repair the trailers free of charge. The safety recall began on january 14, 2011. Owners may contact forest river at 574-389-4600.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FOREST RIVER, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Wheels |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V648000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Forest River Crusader | 2011 | All years |
| Forest River Rance | 2011 | All years |
| Forest River Surveyor | 2011 | All years |
| Forest River Work and Play | 2011 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V-648?
Forest river is recalling certain model year 2011 surveyor travel trailers, crusader fifth wheel trailers, rance aluminum cargo trailers, and work and play toy hauler trailers equipped with 15" x 6" white spoke or modular design steel wheels with a six hole bolt pattern. Some of the wheels may have inadequate weld penetration between the outer ring and the center plate due to improper plate alignment.
How is recall 10V-648 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the wheels on the suspect vehicles and repair the trailers free of charge. The safety recall began on january 14, 2011. Owners may contact forest river at 574-389-4600.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.