Recall 16V780 affects 22 2016 Forest River Rockport trucks for rear-ramp clearance that can damage fuel sending-unit connections. Repair is free at Forest River dealers.
Forest River is recalling 22 2016 Rockport cargo box and work trucks built on GM chassis because rear-ramp movement can damage electrical connections on the fuel sending unit and cause a loss of fuel pressure. That loss of fuel pressure will stall the engine and increase crash risk; Forest River dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The fuel sending unit on the 2016 Forest River Rockport sits at the fuel tank and carries electrical connections for the fuel delivery system. Those connections help the truck maintain fuel pressure, so fuel reaches the engine while the truck is running. The rear ramp also needs clearance near that area when it moves in and out.
On affected Rockport cargo box trucks and work trucks, the GM chassis placed the fuel sending unit higher than the Rockport ramp installation allowed. When the rear ramp cycles in and out, it contacts the fuel sending unit's electrical connections. That contact damages the connections and results in a loss of fuel pressure.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver is not expected to get a specific light, sound, or pedal change that points to this problem before the fuel pressure drops.
Who's affected?
| 2016 Forest River Rockport | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2016 Forest River Rockport | fuel system |
| Units affected | 22 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
Loss of fuel pressure causes the engine to stall and increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the recall repair soon. If the engine stalls, move out of traffic where safe and call for help. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Forest River Rockport is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free loading-ramp-structure reinstall that gives the fuel sending unit enough clearance.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V780 when you call.
- Avoid cycling the rear loading ramp until the repair is complete; ramp movement can damage the fuel sending unit connections and cause loss of fuel pressure.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician repositions and reinstalls the rear loading ramp structure so it has enough clearance from the fuel sending unit wiring and connections. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Forest River has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who paid out of pocket for related repairs before the recall work. Bring documentation for any related repair to the service desk.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 26, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 29, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 20, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| December 20, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 20, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V780?
Recall 16V780 covers 22 2016 Forest River Rockport cargo box trucks and work trucks built on GM chassis. Cycling the rear ramp in and out can damage electrical connections on the fuel sending unit, causing loss of fuel pressure and engine stall risk. Forest River dealers will reinstall the loading ramp structure for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Forest River Rockport is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 16V780. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the loading ramp structure repair. Reference Forest River recall number 29-10212016-0261 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Forest River's remedy says dealers will reinstall the loading ramp structure free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Forest River dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is engine stall. If the rear ramp damages the fuel sending unit electrical connections, the truck can lose fuel pressure. A loss of fuel pressure will result in an engine stall, which increases crash risk under recall 16V780.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V780000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-522-7599 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V780 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V780000 |
Source documents
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- 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 →