CARGO MATE SNOWBIRD 2012: WHEELS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 12V543000

Make Model Year
CARGO MATE SNOWBIRD 2012
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2013-01-10 2012-11-23 2012-11-23

Production Dates: 2011-12-22 - 2012-01-09

Manufacturers Involved: Forest River, Inc.

Component: WHEELS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2200

Report Initiator: ODI ODI Report

Summary

Forest River is recalling certain model 2011 and 2012 trailers manufactured from August 11, 2011, through April 11, 2012, equipped with Carlisle Toy Hauler series trailer wheels. These wheels were manufactured with machine dimensions for the application of a center cap and the application of steel lug inserts that were not controlled to the required specifications. As a result, the wheel may not be tightened to the proper torque during the mounting process.

Consequence

If the wheels are not tightened to the proper torque, the wheels could loosen, leading to wheel separation, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. A detached wheel also becomes a road hazard.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheels free of charge. The recall began on January 10, 2013. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-389-4600.

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.safercar.gov.