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2009-2011 Forest River R-Pod recall: exterior lighting

Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall on January 12, 2011. It covers about 2,741 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,741
reported
Jan 12, 2011
owners notified
Jun 4, 2012

Exterior lighting

What is wrong
Forest river is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 r-pod travel trailers manufactured from october 27, 2008, through november 20, 2010, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these vehicles do not have the required clearance lights.
Risk
This could render the vehicle less visible to other motorist during hours of darkness, possibly resulting in a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury.
Remedy
Forest River’s petition for relief from remedy based on its belief that the noncompliance was inconsequential to motor vehicle safety was denied by the federal safety agency on May 16, 2012. Accordingly, Forest River will conduct a safety recall campaign. The safety recall began in May 2012. Owners nay contact Forest River at 1‑574‑642‑3119.

Recall number 11V010000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 11V010000

Is there a recall on the 2009-2011 Forest River R-Pod exterior lighting?

Yes. Recall 11V010000, reported on January 12, 2011, covers about 2,741 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V010000?

Forest River’s petition for relief from remedy based on its belief that the noncompliance was inconsequential to motor vehicle safety was denied by the federal safety agency on May 16, 2012. Accordingly, Forest River will conduct a safety recall campaign. The safety recall began in May 2012. Owners nay contact Forest River at 1‑574‑642‑3119.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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