Incorrect federal placard information
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2018-2019 cherokee ackt39cl and ackt39rl travel trailers. the federal placard may have incorrect axle rating, cargo carrying capacity, and tire/wheel combination information.
Safety Consequence
Due to the incorrect federal placard, an operator may overload the vehicle, which may decrease vehicle stability and increase the risk of crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will provide replacement placards that contain the accurate information, free of charge. The recall began may 28, 2019. Owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest river's number for this recall is 17a-1012.
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FAQ: Recall 19V355000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V355000?
NHTSA recall 19V355000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on May 10, 2019. It addresses: Incorrect federal placard information. The recall affects approximately 3 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 19V355000 or the manufacturer campaign number 17A-1012. 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.