This campaign
- Campaign number
- 18V-333
- Manufacturer
- Forest River, Inc.
- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Report received
- May 23, 2018
Rigs named in this campaign
NHTSA named these model years. A model year on this list is not proof your VIN is included.
The problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Forest River Vengeance Rouge recreational trailers, models VGT25V-73 and VGT25V-73-W. These vehicles may be missing side marker lights in the middle of each side, reducing the visibility of the trailers to other drivers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The safety risk
The reduced visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will install the missing amber side marker lights, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 73-0727.
Dates
NHTSA received the report on May 23, 2018.
What to do next
Check the VIN at NHTSA before you treat this campaign as yours. If the lookup shows this campaign for your VIN, call a dealer or the manufacturer named in the remedy.
Your rights with an open recall
If NHTSA shows this campaign for your VIN, these answers explain who pays and what to do if a dealer will not do the repair.
Source
This page uses the campaign text NHTSA published.