Forest River (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024 Sabre fifth wheels. The Federal Placard indicates an incorrect cargo carrying capacity (CCC) and dry weight, which can result in an overloaded vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, “Wheels and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars” and 49 CFR Part 567 “Certification.”
Forest River – Incorrect Cargo Capacity Information/FMVSS 120
| Report Received Date | 09/01/2023 |
| NHTSA ID | 23V611000 |
| Consequence Summary | An overloaded vehicle can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Dealers will mail owners a new Federal Placard, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 11, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 62-1671. |
| Recall Code | 62-1671 |
| Potentially Affected | 66 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V611000) |
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