Incorrect tire and rim placard/part 567
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 cherokee recreational trailers, model t19v, manufactured february 18, 2013, to august 14, 2013. in the affected vehicles, the federal placard displays incorrect vehicle information. the original placard indicates that the tires on the vehicle are st225/75r15d and the axle indicates a 5,200 lbs. Capacity. however, the vehicle was built with a 3,500 lbs. Axle and st205/75r15c tires, which results in a decrease in the gross vehicle weight rating. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 cfr part 567, "certification."
Safety Consequence
By relying on the incorrect tire, rim, gvwr and cargo carrying capacity information indicated on the federal placards, an owner may unknowingly overload the vehicle, possibly resulting in tire or axle failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners and provide a corrected, free of charge. The recall began on october 26, 2015. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-800-453-6064. forest river's number for this campaign is 17a-10082015-0094.
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FAQ: Recall 15V650000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V650000?
NHTSA recall 15V650000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on October 13, 2015. It addresses: Incorrect tire and rim placard/part 567. The recall affects approximately 19 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 15V650000 or the manufacturer campaign number 17A-10082015-0094. 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.