Incorrect gvwr rating on label/fmvss 567
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain model year 2015 wildcat wcf275ckx, wcf272rlx, wcf295rsx, wcf293rex, wcf282rkx, and wcf312bhx recreational fifth wheel trailers manufactured november 6, 2014, to february 18, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with federal certification labels that incorrectly state the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) to be 13,000lbs. When the correct gvwr is 11,999lbs. as such, these trailers fail to conform to part 567, "certification."
Safety Consequence
If the trailer is overloaded, the trailer pin box (the connection point for the trailer to the vehicle) may fail, resulting in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners and will send corrected federal certification labels, free of charge. the recall began on march 24, 2015. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-206-7600.
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FAQ: Recall 15V128000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V128000?
NHTSA recall 15V128000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on March 4, 2015. It addresses: Incorrect gvwr rating on label/fmvss 567. The recall affects approximately 94 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 15V128000 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.