Incorrect gawr and gvwr information/part 567
Defect Summary
Forest river inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2007-2011 cherokee recreational trailers. the federal placards on these vehicles incorrectly state a gross axle weight rating (gawr) of 3,970 lbs., when the actual capacity is 3,500 lbs. the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) is also incorrect. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 cfr part 567, "certification."
Safety Consequence
The incorrect information may result in a user unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of the crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will replace the federal placard with corrected one, free of charge. the recall began on may 31, 2017. owners may contact forest river at 1-260-593-4001 extension 17119. forest river's number for this recall is 17-04042017-0367.
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FAQ: Recall 17V237000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V237000?
NHTSA recall 17V237000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on April 7, 2017. It addresses: Incorrect gawr and gvwr information/part 567. The recall affects approximately 579 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 17V237000 or the manufacturer campaign number 17-04042017-0367. 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.