Recall 12V-212: 2012–2013 Forest River Surveyor
FOREST RIVER, INC. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on May 10, 2012, covering about 447 vehicles.
The problem
Forest river is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 surveyor travel trailers, manufactured from august 12, 2011, through april 6, 2012. On certain floor plans, the liquid propane (Lp) gas line was routed and fastened along the bottom of the frame rail. When the trailer hits a bump, the positioning of the LP gas line may allow the "u" bolt on the axle to pinch the line between the main rail and the "u" bolt.
The risk
As a result, the line may break and leak l.p. Gas which may cause fire, injury, or death.
The fix
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will re-route the LP line, free of charge. The recall began during may 2012. Owners may contact forest river at 1-574-389-4600.
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 | Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V212000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 12V-212?
Forest river is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 surveyor travel trailers, manufactured from august 12, 2011, through april 6, 2012. On certain floor plans, the liquid propane (Lp) gas line was routed and fastened along the bottom of the frame rail. When the trailer hits a bump, the positioning of the LP gas line may allow the "u" bolt on the axle to pinch the line between the main rail and the "u" bolt.
How is recall 12V-212 fixed?
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will re-route the LP line, free of charge. The recall began during may 2012. Owners may contact forest river at 1-574-389-4600.
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.