Incorrect gawr on federal placard/part 567
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2017 salem and wildwood recreational vehicles. the federal placard on these vehicles incorrectly lists the gross axle weight rating capacity (gawr) being 5,080 lbs, when the axles actually have a capacity of 4,400 lbs. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 cfr part 567, "certification."
Safety Consequence
The incorrect gawr may result in the vehicle being overloaded, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will provide a new federal placard with the correct gawr, free of charge. the recall began on april 18, 2017. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-534-4058. forest river's number for this recall is 27-03292017-0362.
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FAQ: Recall 17V218000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V218000?
NHTSA recall 17V218000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on March 31, 2017. It addresses: Incorrect gawr on federal placard/part 567. The recall affects approximately 6 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 17V218000 or the manufacturer campaign number 27-03292017-0362. 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.