NHTSA recall 14V077000
Equipment · Forest River, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2014 Wildcat recreational vehicles manufactured October 25, 2013, through January 24, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the federal certification tag incorrectly states that the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) is 15,500 pounds instead of the correct gvwr of 12,330 pounds. As such, the vehicle does not conform to part 567, "certification."
Why it matters: As a result, the trailer may be loaded beyond the specified weight rating which may cause a tire or suspension failure leading to poor vehicle handling and an increased risk of a crash.
The fix: Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will install a new certification label with the correct information. The recall began on April 9, 2014. Customers may contact forest river wildcat customer service and warranty department at 1-574-206-7600.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2014 Forest River Wildcat.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 14V077000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.