Federal placard incorrect axle rating information
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc (forest river) is recalling certain 2018-2019 forest river surveyor recreational trailers, models svt201rble, svt201rble-47 and svt201rbs-47. the federal placard indicates that the vehicles have 3,500 lb. Capacity axles, whereas the vehicles actually have 2,500 lb. Capacity axles.
Safety Consequence
The incorrect label may cause the trailer to be overloaded, possibly resulting in a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river has notified owners and provided replacement placards that contain the accurate axle weight capacity information, free of charge. the recall began on march 18, 2019. owners may contact forest river's customer service at 1-574-642-3119. forest river's numbers for this recall are 37-0979 and 47-0979.
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FAQ: Recall 19V191000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V191000?
NHTSA recall 19V191000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on March 8, 2019. It addresses: Federal placard incorrect axle rating information. The recall affects approximately 53 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 19V191000 or the manufacturer campaign number 37-0979; 47-0979. 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.