Forest River (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Forest River Rockport delivery vehicles, models RPAF1270 and RPAA1270, manufactured November 24, 2014, to August 28, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with Thieman Tailgates-brand TVL 12/16 series lift gates supported with roller chains that may fail.
Forest River – Insufficient Strength of Roller Chain on Lift Gate
| Report Received Date | 09/26/2016 |
| NHTSA ID | 16V693000 |
| Consequence Summary | If the roller chain fails, the lift gate may fall unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury. |
| Corrective Action | Forest River will notify owners, and Thieman Lift Gate distributors will repair the lift gate, free of charge. The recall began on November 11, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-888-711-1600, or Thieman customer service at 1-800-524-5210 extension 104. Forest River's number for this recall is 29-09202016-0250. |
| Recall Code | 29-09202016-0250 |
| Potentially Affected | 45 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V693000) |
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