Incorrect axle information on placard
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2019 forest river sabre trailers. The federal placard may incorrectly state that the trailer has 6,000 lb. Capacity axles when the trailer actually has 5,200 lb. Capacity axles.
Safety Consequence
The incorrect label can cause the operator to overload the vehicle, which may lead to a loss of control, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river has notified owners, and dealers will provide replacement placards that indicate the correct axle weight rating, free of charge. the recall began march 8, 2019. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-642-2100. the forest river number for this recall is 62-0972.
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FAQ: Recall 19V151000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V151000?
NHTSA recall 19V151000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on March 1, 2019. It addresses: Incorrect axle information on placard. The recall affects approximately 4 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 19V151000 or the manufacturer campaign number 62-0972. 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.