Recall 16V762 covers 8 2017 Forest River Cedar Creek trailers with underrated axles. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 8 2017 Cedar Creek recreational trailers because the installed axles were labeled for 7,000 pounds but rated for 6,000 pounds. This mismatch means an owner can unknowingly overload the trailer, raising the risk of loss of control or reduced braking distance, and Forest River dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear axle on a 2017 Forest River Cedar Creek is the non-powered axle assembly under the trailer. It supports the trailer's weight, holds the wheels in position, and is matched to a specific load rating so the trailer is not used beyond what the axle was designed to carry.
On affected Cedar Creek trailers, the axle was identified as having a 7,000 pound capacity even though it was rated and designed for up to 6,000 pounds. That mismatch matters because the trailer can be loaded according to the higher rating while the axle is carrying more weight than it was built to handle. The replacement axle corrects the weight rating, label, and related components.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is the capacity mismatch itself, so an owner is not expected to notice a sound, light, or handling change before the axle is overloaded.
Who's affected?
| 2017 Forest River Cedar Creek | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 8 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2017 Forest River Cedar Creek trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrect axles can let an owner overload the vehicle without realizing it. An overloaded Cedar Creek is harder to control and has reduced braking performance, which increases crash risk. There is no warning sign before the problem affects handling or braking, so confirm the VIN before loading or towing. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Forest River Cedar Creek is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free axle replacement that corrects the 6,000-pound axles incorrectly labeled for 7,000 pounds.
- Reference recall number 16V762 when you call, and ask whether the trailer was repaired before sale.
- Avoid loading the trailer to the 7,000-pound axle rating until a dealer confirms the axle replacement is complete.
- Bring any sale or service paperwork to the dealer, since Forest River said affected trailers were captured at the dealer level before sale.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician replaces the incorrectly rated axles with axles rated for 7,000 pound capacity. Forest River says the affected Cedar Creek trailers were captured at the dealer level and are being repaired before sale, so no owner notification letter is issued for this campaign. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Forest River has a general reimbursement plan on file for documented out-of-pocket repair costs tied to this axle issue. Keep repair paperwork and ask Forest River customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 18, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| October 18, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 20, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
| November 3, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V762?
Recall 16V762 covers 8 2017 Forest River Cedar Creek trailers with rear axles labeled for 7,000 pounds even though the axles were rated for 6,000 pounds. Forest River dealers will replace the incorrect axles with axles rated for the proper capacity.
What should I do if my 2017 Forest River Cedar Creek is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V762. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer and ask for the axle replacement under recall 16V762. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Forest River dealers will replace the affected axles free of charge. Use recall number 16V762 when you contact the dealer service desk.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is overloading caused by the wrong axle rating. If the trailer is loaded based on the incorrect 7,000-pound label, the 6,000-pound axles can be overloaded, which can lead to loss of control or reduced braking performance and increase crash risk.
Will Forest River send an owner letter for recall 16V762?
No. Forest River stated that all affected trailers were captured at the dealer level and repaired before sale, so it did not issue an owner notification letter for this campaign. If you own a 2017 Cedar Creek, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V762000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-593-4000 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V762 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V762000 |
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 →