2016 Forest River Amera-Lite | 2017 Forest River Amera-Lite — Trailer hitches
Published September 21, 2016 · Recall initiated: September 21, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V682000, published September 21, 2016. Recalling firm: Forest River, Inc.; 2016 Forest River Amera-Lite | 2017 Forest River Amera-Lite — Trailer hitches.
What's the hazard
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).
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FOREST RIVER
- Model
- AMERA-LITE
- Manufacturer
- Forest River, Inc.
- Lot
- 2016 FOREST RIVER AMERA-LITE | 2017 FOREST RIVER AMERA-LITE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Forest River Amera-Lite | 2017 Forest River Amera-Lite — Trailer hitches recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V682000 on September 21, 2016. Reported hazard: 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).
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FOREST RIVER. Model: AMERA-LITE.