Incorrect weight on federal placard/part 567
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2018 salem and wildwood recreational trailers. the federal placards on these vehicles may state an incorrect weight of the trailer. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 cfr part 567, "certification."
Safety Consequence
An incorrect weight on the label may affect how the operator loads the vehicle, impacting the handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected federal placard with correct weight and cargo carrying capacity, free of charge. the recall began august 4, 2017. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-534-4058. forest river's number for this recall is 63-07312017-0485.
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FAQ: Recall 17V484000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V484000?
NHTSA recall 17V484000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on August 2, 2017. It addresses: Incorrect weight on federal placard/part 567. The recall affects approximately 30 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 17V484000 or the manufacturer campaign number 63-07312017-0485. 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.