Recall 16V466 affects 11 2017 Forest River Spartan toy haulers for an incorrect Federal Placard Label. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 11 2017 Spartan toy haulers because the federal certification label lists a third axle and two extra tires, even though the trailer has two axles and four tires. If an owner loads the trailer using that wrong label, the vehicle can be overloaded and raise crash risk; Forest River dealers will correct the label free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The federal certification label on the 2017 Forest River Spartan is the information plate that identifies how the trailer was certified. It should match the trailer's VIN, axle count, tire information, and weight information so an owner, dealer, or inspector can confirm the trailer is labeled for the equipment actually installed.
On affected Spartan toy haulers, the label was printed with the wrong axle information. The placard says the trailer has a third axle and two extra tires, but the trailer was built with two axles and four tires. Forest River traced the problem to an administrative error at the plant, including an incorrect VIN identifier that led to a triple-axle placard instead of a tandem-axle placard.
There is no warning sign before failure because the issue is the certification paperwork and labels, not a part that breaks while driving. The corrected placards, titles, and VIN plates are meant to show the right check digit and axle information.
Who's affected?
| 2017 Forest River Spartan | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 11 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2017 Forest River Spartan trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
The incorrect Federal Placard Label can lead an owner to load the Spartan beyond its proper capacity, increasing the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign from the label error itself. Use corrected weight information once the dealer installs the corrected placard. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Forest River Spartan is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free corrected Federal Placard installation.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V466 when you call.
- Avoid loading the toyhauler using the incorrect Federal Certification Label until the corrected placard is installed.
- Follow the corrected placard after the repair so axle, tire, and loading information match the vehicle.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician installs corrected Federal Placards so the certification label matches the trailer's actual axle and tire configuration. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered by Forest River. Forest River also has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who paid out of pocket for this same label correction before the recall repair. Bring related invoices or repair paperwork to the service desk and ask how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 27, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 27, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 18, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| August 18, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 18, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V466?
Recall 16V466 covers 11 2017 Forest River Spartan Toyhaulers with a Federal Certification Label that lists an extra axle and extra tires. The trailer has 2 axles and 4 tires, so the wrong label information can lead to overloading and crash risk.
What should I do if my 2017 Forest River Spartan is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific 2017 Forest River Spartan is included in recall 16V466. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule installation of the corrected Federal Placard. The repair is free. Reference Forest River recall number 61-03032016-0211 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Forest River dealers will install corrected Federal Placards free of charge. Forest River lists customer service at 1-574-862-3033 for recall questions.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is trailer overloading. If an owner follows the incorrect Federal Placard Label, the operator can load the vehicle beyond its actual axle and tire setup, increasing the risk of a crash. Use the corrected placard information after the dealer installs it.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V466000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-862-3033 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V466 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V466000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →