“This site contains affiliate links for which OEMDTC may be compensated” |
January 28, 2022 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 22V041000
Incorrect Tire Pressure on Label/FMVSS 120 & 567
Incorrect tire pressure information may result in under-inflated tires that can fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V041
Manufacturer Forest River, Inc.
Components TIRES, EQUIPMENT
Potential Number of Units Affected 21
Summary
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022 Vengeance Fifth Wheel trailers. The tire pressure label may indicate incorrect tire pressure information for the front tires. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 120, “Wheels and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars” and 567, “Certification.”
Remedy
Forest River will mail replacement labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 8, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River’s number for this recall is 81-1462.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
This Notice applies to your vehicle VIN listed above.
Dear Forest River Customer:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of Canada’s Motor Vehicle Safety Act and in accordance with the requirements of the United States’ National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Forest River has decided that a noncompliance, which relates to the motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2022 Vengeance VGF383G2-81 Fifth Wheel recreational vehicles. The vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, “Tire and Rim Selection” and 49 CFR Part 567 “Certification” Additionally, this non-compliance fails to meet the requirements of Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations; Part 120 “Tire and Rim Selection”. This is to inform you that your vehicle may be non-compliant with the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations and that the non-compliance could affect the safety of a person.
WHAT IS THE DEFECT/NONCOMPLIANCE?
The Federal Placard had the incorrect tire pressure for the front axle, the placard states 50 psi and it should be 80 psi. The rear axle does have the correct tire pressure listed as 80 psi.
EVALUATION OF THE RISK TO THE VEHICLE AND OPERATOR(S) RELATED TO THE RECALL.
If the tire is not at the correct pressure, the tire may fail increasing the risk of a crash.
WHAT IS FOREST RIVER AND OUR DEALERSHIPS GOING TO DO?
The replacement labels for this recall is included with this notification. Forest River has notified dealerships of this recall and have provided them with remedy instructions to install these Federal Placards if you are uncomfortable installing them yourself. You may have the recall corrected at any Forest River dealership. However, it is preferable if you have your selling dealership perform the remedy. Forest River completely covers your cost for the remedy; you will not receive any bill of sale for anything covered under the above recall number.
WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?
Federal Placard Installation:
The labels are located on the road side of the unit, low on the sidewall or on the upper deck on the same side and on the entry door.
Wipe off the labels with isopropyl alcohol.
Match the labels and carefully place the new labels directly on top of the old labels
If you are not comfortable with installing these labels:
Please contact your dealer immediately and request a service appointment to schedule the free remedy. The vehicle Owner is responsible for arranging to have the work completed. Please state you have been notified by Forest River and provide the recall number for the dealership. It is also helpful to the dealership to have a copy of this letter when you take your vehicle in for the recall remedy.
You may also visit www.forestriverinc.com for dealer locations.
HOW LONG WILL THE REMEDY PROCESS TAKE?
The estimated time of repair is .10 However, the dealership may need to keep your vehicle or schedule an appointment with you for a later date to fit into their regular service schedule.
WHAT IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUSLY PAID FOR REPAIRS TO YOUR VEHICLE FOR THIS PARTICULAR CONDITION?
If you have already paid for a repair that is within the scope of this defect you still need to have this recall inspected and/or performed to ensure the correct parts and procedures were utilized. Additionally, you may be eligible for a refund of previously paid repairs. Refunds will only be provided for within the scope of this recall.
Please send a copy of the service invoice to the following address:
Cherokee
Forest River, Inc.
Attn: WARRANTY MANAGER
1500 N Detroit St.
Lagrange, IN 46761
Chronology :
On 1/17/2022, Forest River corrected the tire pressure information entered for this model and began its review of all other model ran in the plant since 12/1/2021.
After an extensive review it was determined that the VGF383G2-81 was the only model affected.
On1/25/2022 Forest River was able to determine the scope of vehicles.
On 1/28/2022 Forest Rivers Corporate Recall Committee voted to recall
1 Affected Product
Vehicle
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
FOREST RIVER | VENGEANCE | 2022 |
6 Associated Documents
Recall Acknowledgement
Noncompliance Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-22V041-6121.PDF 214.946KB
Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-22V041-9018.pdf 1130.848KB
ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
RCMN-22V041-6844.pdf 211.242KB
Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2022-1
RCLQRT-22V041-5866.PDF 211.137KB
Latest Recalls Documents
For the Latest and Most Recent Recalls Information Visit the link below…
https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/documentList.xhtml?docId=22V041&docType=RCL
- Set of 4 New Premium Radial Trailer Tires 225/75R15 10PR, Brand: FREE COUNTRY
- Full cap ply ( nylon overlay cross entire tread area), significant upgrade from most other products on the market have nylon strips on shoulder area only, add the critical safety feature!
- Featured "Scuff Guard" ring on tire wall for better tire side protection
- 8 mm deep tread depth vs 5.6 mm of other cheap competitors, durable and longer mileage life
- Heavy duty 10 ply rated, load range E. Steel belted, speed rating M----up to 81mph.
- Tire Size: 205/75D15 Load Range: C
- Tire Weight Rating: 1820 Lbs. Max. Pressure: 50 PSI
- Bolt Configuration: 5 Lug 4.5" Center - See diagram for fitment
- Top Quality Tire - 2 year limited warranty with free roadside assistance
- Reinforced square shoulder tread for optimum road contact, with variable tread pitch for reduced road noise
- Tire Size: 175/80D13 Load Range: C
- Tire Weight Rating: 1360 Lbs. Max. Pressure: 50 PSI
- Bolt Configuration: 5 Lug 4.5" Center - See diagram for fitment
- Top Quality Tire - 2 year limited warranty with free roadside assistance
- Reinforced square shoulder tread for optimum road contact, with variable tread pitch for reduced road noise
- 2 new premium full nylon cap ply 8PR ST205/75R15 Radial trailer tires, brand: FREE COUNTRY
- Full nylon cap ply ( nylon overlay cross entire tread area), significant upgrade from most other products on the market have nylon strips on shoulder area only, add the critical safety feature!
- Featured "Scuff Guard" ring on tire wall for better tire side protection
- 8 mm deep tread depth vs 5.6 mm of other cheap competitors, durable and longer mileage life
- Steel belted 8 ply rated, load range D, Speed rating M---up to 81mph,
- Tire Size: ST205/75R15 205/75R15 205 75R15, Max Capacity: 2150 pounds; Maximum PSI: 65; Rim Diameter: 15"; Rim Width: 5.5" ;Load Range: D= 8 Ply Construction
- This Radial ply tire is constructed with double steel belts and double polyester cords for increased durability,and shoulder design provides better heat dissipation resulting in longer tread life and even wear
- Nylon cap ply ( A protective layer of nylon is wrapped around entire tread area), to help prevent tread separation.
- This tire uses radial construction,Created specifically for trailers - not intended for use on other vehicles.
- Rim(s) NOT included !Refer to your existing tire sidewall and/or trailer owner's manual to determine the appropriate tire size and load capacity for your application.
- Tire only, Rim not included
- Improved tread wear
- Greater heat resistance
- Increased durability
- Fit Type: Vehicle Specific
- Tire Size: 175/80D13 Load Range: C
- Tire Weight Rating: 1360 Lbs. Max. Pressure: 50 PSI
- Bolt Configuration: 5 Lug 4.5" Center - See diagram for fitment
- Top Quality Tire - 2 year limited warranty with free roadside assistance
- Reinforced square shoulder tread for optimum road contact, with variable tread pitch for reduced road noise
- Tire Size: ST175/80D13; Ply Rated: 6; Load Range: C
- Speed Range: J; Max Load: 1360 LBS
- Overall Diameter OD : 24“ ; Section Width SW: 177mm
- Aspect Ratio: 80mm ; Rim Dameter: 13“
- Tread Depth: 6.5mm
Last update on 2024-04-12 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
This product presentation was made with AAWP plugin.
SEOCONTENT-START
IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL Page 1 of 2 2/8/2022 This Notice applies to your vehicle VIN listed above. Dear Forest River Customer: This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of Canada’s Motor Vehicle Safety Act and in accordance with the requirements of the United States’ National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Forest River has decided that a noncompliance, which relates to the motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2022 Vengeance VGF383G2-81 Fifth Wheel recreational vehicles. The vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, “Tire and Rim Selection” and 49 CFR Part 567 “Certification” Additionally, this non-compliance fails to meet the requirements of Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations; Part 120 “Tire and Rim Selection”. This is to inform you that your vehicle may be non-compliant with the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations and that the non-compliance could affect the safety of a person. WHAT IS THE DEFECT/NONCOMPLIANCE? The Federal Placard had the incorrect tire pressure for the front axle, the placard states 50 psi and it should be 80 psi. The rear axle does have the correct tire pressure listed as 80 psi. EVALUATION OF THE RISK TO THE VEHICLE AND OPERATOR(S) RELATED TO THE RECALL. If the tire is not at the correct pressure, the tire may fail increasing the risk of a crash. WHAT IS FOREST RIVER AND OUR DEALERSHIPS GOING TO DO? The replacement labels for this recall is included with this notification. Forest River has notified dealerships of this recall and have provided them with remedy instructions to install these Federal Placards if you are uncomfortable installing them yourself. You may have the recall corrected at any Forest River dealership. However, it is preferable if you have your selling dealership perform the remedy. Forest River completely covers your cost for the remedy; you will not receive any bill of sale for anything covered under the above recall number. WHAT SHOULD YOU DO? Federal Placard Installation: The labels are located on the road side of the unit, low on the sidewall or on the upper deck on the same side and on the entry door. Wipe off the labels with isopropyl alcohol. Match the labels and carefully place the new labels directly on top of the old labels If you are not comfortable with installing these labels: Please contact your dealer immediately and request a service appointment to schedule the free remedy. The vehicle Owner is responsible for arranging to have the work completed. Please state you have been notified by Forest River and provide the recall number for the dealership. It is also helpful to the dealership to have a copy of this letter when you take your vehicle in for the recall remedy. You may also visit www.forestriverinc.com for dealer locations. HOW LONG WILL THE REMEDY PROCESS TAKE? The estimated time of repair is .10 However, the dealership may need to keep your vehicle or schedule an appointment with you for a later date to fit into their regular service schedule. DEPARTMENT OF COMPLIANCE VEHICLE SAFETY AND RECALL MANAGEMENT BUILDING 11 423 N MAIN ST MIDDLEBURY, INDIANA 46540-9218 NHTSA RECALL: 22V041 CANADA RECALL: N/A FR ID# 81-1462 <<VIN>> <<OWNER NAME/DEALERNAME>> <<ADDRESS>> <<CITY>>, <<ST>> <<ZIP-XXX>> O Integrity O Safety O Quality O Customer Service IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL Page 2 of 2 WHAT IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUSLY PAID FOR REPAIRS TO YOUR VEHICLE FOR THIS PARTICULAR CONDITION? If you have already paid for a repair that is within the scope of this defect you still need to have this recall inspected and/or performed to ensure the correct parts and procedures were utilized. Additionally, you may be eligible for a refund of previously paid repairs. Refunds will only be provided for within the scope of this recall. Please send a copy of the service invoice to the following address: Cherokee Forest River, Inc. Attn: WARRANTY MANAGER 1500 N Detroit St. Lagrange, IN 46761 What if you no longer own this vehicle? If you no longer own this vehicle and have the address for the current owner, please forward this letter to the new owner within 10 working days of receiving this notice. You have received this letter because government regulations require that a notification is sent to the last known owner of record. Our records indicate that you are the current owner. PLEASE NOTE: FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES THAT ANY VEHICLE LESSOR RECEIVING THIS RECALL NOTICE MUST FORWARD A COPY OF THIS NOTICE TO THE LESSEE WITHIN TEN DAYS. MAY FOREST RIVER ASSIST YOU FURTHER? If you have difficulties getting your vehicle repaired, please contact your Forest River Representative listed below: CONTACT PHONE CUSTOMER SERVICE (260) 499-2100 If you are still having difficulty getting your vehicle repaired in a reasonable amount of time or without change, you may write to the following address: US Owners Please Contact: Administrator National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 1200 New Jersey Ave, S.E. Washington, D.C. 20590 Or you may call the toll free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or (TTY: 1-800-424-9153). Or visit www.NHTSA.gov and search; Recall ID: 22V041 Sincerely, Cherie Schmucker Forest River, Inc. Office Manager Office of Corporate Compliance
**************************************************************************************************************
IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL Page 1 of 2 2/8/2022 Pursuant to USC49CFR §577.13 – Notification to Dealerships and Distributors – Paragraph B “It is a violation of Federal Law for a dealer to deliver a new motor vehicle or any new or used item of motor vehicle equipment (including a tire) covered by the notification under a sale or lease until the defect or noncompliance is remedied. Substantial civil penalties apply to violations of this law.” –Forest River motorized and towable products are contained in this section- CANADA: Pursuant to the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Act, section 5 Companies who sell new non-complying vehicles may be in violation of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Substantial penalties apply to violations of this law. This notice is being sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act. This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of Canada’s Motor Vehicle Safety Act and in accordance with the requirements of the United States’ National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Forest River has decided that a noncompliance, which relates to the motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2022 Vengeance VGF383G2-81 Fifth Wheel recreational vehicles. The vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, “Tire and Rim Selection” and 49 CFR Part 567 “Certification” Additionally, this non-compliance fails to meet the requirements of Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations; Part 120 “Tire and Rim Selection”. This is to inform you that your vehicle may be non-compliant with the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations and that the non-compliance could affect the safety of a person. The identified VIN referenced in the attached document(s). The designated Date range of production is 12/10/2021through 1/13/2022 DEFECT/NONCOMPLIANCE: The Federal Placard had the incorrect tire pressure for the front axle, the placard states 50 psi and it should be 80 psi. The rear axle does have the correct tire pressure listed as 80 psi. EVALUATION OF RISK: If the tire is not at the correct pressure, the tire may fail increasing the risk of a crash. SERVICE PROCEDURE: Dealership Service Department Service procedures for addressing the new federal placard are included with this notification, as well as the corrected Federal Placard to be installed. Federal Placard Installation: The labels are located on the road side of the unit, low on the sidewall or on the upper deck on the same side and on the entry door; Wipe off the labels with isopropyl alcohol; Match the labels and carefully place the new labels directly on top of the old labels DEALER REPAIR CODES: Dealer Connect UNITED STATES CANADA REPAIR CODE DESCRIPTION ALLOWABLE HOUR(S) 22V041 N/A RC-002-01-00-004151 REPLACE FEDERAL PLACARD .10 HRS DEPARTMENT OF COMPLIANCE VEHICLE SAFETY AND RECALL MANAGEMENT BUILDING 11 423 N MAIN ST MIDDLEBURY, INDIANA 46540-9218 NHTSA RECALL: 22V041 CANADA RECALL: N/A FR ID: 81-1462 <<DEALERNAME>> <<ADDRESS>> <<CITY>>, <<ST>> <<ZIP-XXX>> O Integrity O Safety O Quality O Customer Service IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL Page 2 of 2 HELPFUL CONTACT INFORMATION: CONTACT PHONE CUSTOMER SERVICE (260) 499-2100 The Recall shall be considered the utmost priority to remedy the 2022 Vengeance VGF383G2-81 Fifth Wheel in question. The retail consumer shall not be charged any amount of monies for remedy to their 2022 Vengeance VGF383G2-81 Fifth Wheel listed under this Recall. If your dealership has already performed the remedy to 2022 Vengeance VGF383G2-81 Fifth Wheel, your dealership is entitled to the reimbursement as stated above by filing a claim using the indicated repair code(s). If the remedy needs to be performed on an out of warranty 2022 Vengeance VGF383G2-81 Fifth Wheel in which the VIN falls under as stated in the identified VIN listing, your dealership is entitled to the reimbursement as stated above by filing a claim using the indicated repair code(s). Notice: In no manner shall a Forest River Product Owner or Coachmen Product Owner be charged any fee(s) for scheduling, conduction or completion of the recall. Additionally, all dealership(s) that are Forest River and/or Coachmen dealership(s) are Federally Mandated to perform the recall once presented with this recall whether by the Owner or Dealership receipt of this letter, without denial of service to the Owner. Lastly, denial of a remedy for this recall is a Federal Violation punishable by law resulting substantial fines and/or civil penalties. Federal Regulation requires that any lessor receiving this Recall must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days. If your dealership no longer owns this vehicle, please inform the Warranty Manager of the product listed above of the change of ownership.
**************************************************************************************************************
OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-041 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Forest River, Inc. Submission Date : JAN 28, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-041 Manufacturer Recall No. : 81-1462 Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Forest River, Inc. Address : 55470 CR 1 P.O. Box 3030 Elkhart IN 46515-3030 Company phone : 1-800-348-7440 Population : Number of potentially involved : 21 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2022-2022 Forest River Inc. Vengeance Fifth Wheels Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Forest River changed the tire size used on this model. Units in this campaign include all units from the time the change, on line date of 12/1/2021 or later was made ending when the error was found and corrected in our system. 2022 VENGEANCE VGF383G2-81 21 Grand Total 21 Production Dates : DEC 10, 2021 – JAN 13, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Noncompliance : Description of the Noncompliance : When the data was entered into the system for this model the front axle tire pressure was entered at 50psi and should have been 80. The rear axle was entered with the correct pressure of 80psi. Therefore the Federal Placard indicates the incorrect tire air pressure. FMVSS 1 : 120 – Wheels and rims- other than passenger cars FMVSS 2 : 567 – Certification Description of the Safety Risk : If the tire is not inflated to 80psi it may cause the tire to fail, increasing the risk of a crash. Description of the Cause : Clerical Error Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : Tire would have a belly at the bottom and visually appear under inflated. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-041 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Federal Placard Component Description : Federal Placard Component Part Number : N/A Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : NR Address : NR NR Country : NR Chronology : On 1/17/2022, Forest River corrected the tire pressure information entered for this model and began its review of all other model ran in the plant since 12/1/2021. After an extensive review it was determined that the VGF383G2-81 was the only model affected. On1/25/2022 Forest River was able to determine the scope of vehicles. On 1/28/2022 Forest Rivers Corporate Recall Committee voted to recall Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-041 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : Forest River has notified dealerships of this recall and have provided them with remedy instructions to install these Federal Placards if you are uncomfortable installing them yourself. You may have the recall corrected at any Forest River dealership. However, it is preferable if you have your selling dealership perform the remedy. Forest River completely covers your cost for the remedy; you will not receive any bill of sale for anything covered under the above recall number. If you are not comfortable with installing these labels: Please contact your dealer immediately and request a service appointment to schedule the free remedy. The vehicle Owner is responsible for arranging to have the work completed. Please state you have been notified by Forest River of having a recall in process for your vehicle and provide the recall number for the dealership. It is also helpful to the dealership to have a copy of this letter when you take your vehicle in for the recall remedy. You may also visit www.forestriverinc.com for dealer locations. What is the Forest River Customer Service Phone Number? 260-499-2100 If you have already paid for a repair that is within the scope of this defect under recall, you still need to have this recall inspected and/or performed to ensure the correct parts and procedures were utilized. Additionally, you may be eligible for a refund of previously paid repairs. Refunds will only be provided for within the scope of this defect under recall. Please send the service invoice to the following address: Cherokee Forest River, Inc. Attn: WARRANTY MANAGER 1500 N Detroit St. Lagrange, IN 46761 How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The new federal placard will have the correct tire pressure listed at 80 opposed to 50 Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : On 1/17/2022 the data was corrected in our system to reflect 80psi inflation for the tires installed on the front axle. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Forest River has the utmost urgency in our recalls. Forest River will send suspected VIN numbers to our third party vendor that is licensed to pull data on the current owner of the vehicles (as needed) once a formal NHTSA I.D. is provided. Forest River intends on pushing the mailing out Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-041 Page 4 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 as soon as NHTSA provides any correction(s) and an Acknowledgement Letter. Planned Dealer Notification Date : MAR 09, 2022 – MAR 09, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : MAR 09, 2022 – MAR 09, 2022 * NR – Not Reported
**************************************************************************************************************
SEOCONTENT-END