Inaccurate information on label/fmvss 120, 567
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2018 forester motorhomes, model frc3271sf. the federal placard may inaccurately state that the vehicle has single rear wheels and tires, when the vehicle is equipped with dual rear wheels and tires. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 120, "wheels and rims-other than passenger cars" and fail to comply with the requirements of 49 cfr part 567, "certification."
Safety Consequence
The federal placards may cause the operator to not properly maintain the tires and/or wheels. failure to maintain the tires may lead to improper handling, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners and will provide a corrected placard, free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2017. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-206-7600. forest river's number for this recall is 34-0528.
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FAQ: Recall 17V612000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V612000?
NHTSA recall 17V612000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on October 2, 2017. It addresses: Inaccurate information on label/fmvss 120, 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 17V612000 or the manufacturer campaign number 34-0528. 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.