Certification label/fmvss 120
Defect Summary
Forest river is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 stealth recreational trailers. the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) and cargo carrying capacity specification is incorrect on the federal certification label and the tire information label. these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of part 567, "certification."
Safety Consequence
Incorrect weight information may lead to overloading, which may cause axle or tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will remove and replace the labels with corrected labels. the safety recall began on june 12, 2012. owners should contact forest river at 909-873-3777.
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FAQ: Recall 12V227000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V227000?
NHTSA recall 12V227000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on May 18, 2012. It addresses: Certification label/fmvss 120. The recall affects approximately 57 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V227000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.