FOREST RIVERAMERA-LITE
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2017 FOREST RIVER AMERA-LITE recalls
There are 2 NHTSA recall campaigns associated with this vehicle configuration.
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TRAILER HITCHES · 1EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER · 1
Campaign 16V682000
Trailer Hitches
Sep 9, 2017
Summary
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Amera-Lite cargo trailers, models ALDD610SA, ALDR610SA, ALDD612SA and ALDR612SA, manufactured February 11, 2016, to May 11, 2016. The thickness of the steel tubes used to manufacture the trailer's drawbars may be insufficient for the vehicle's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).
Risk
The drawbars can fracture and fail during operation, potentially resulting in a loss of control or the trailer detaching from the tow vehicle. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drawbars, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-848-9216. Forest River's number for this recall is 24-09142016-0244.
Campaign 23V015000
Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
Aug 1, 2024
Summary
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ameralite Cargo trailers. The welded trailer drawbars may be insufficient for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), which can cause the drawbars to fracture.
Risk
Fractured drawbars can cause a loss of trailer control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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Dealers will replace the drawbars, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 1, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-848-1335. Forest River's number for this recall is 24-1592.
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