Recall 16V811 affects 111 2016-2017 Forest River Riverstone Legacy trailers for an incompatible spare wheel. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 111 2016-2017 Riverstone Legacy fifth wheel trailers because the provided spare tire and rim combination does not mount flat against the disk-brake hub face. If an owner installs that spare wheel, lug nuts can fail and the wheel can detach, which raises crash risk; Forest River dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
On 2016-2017 Forest River Riverstone Legacy trailers, the temporary spare tire is more than an extra tire. It has to fit the wheel studs, sit flat against the disk-brake hub, and clear the brake caliper, the part that squeezes the brake pads against the rotor. A spare that does not sit flush cannot support the trailer the way the installed wheel does.
In recall 16V811, the spare tire and rim combination was built with the wrong fit for the disk-brake hub. The rim can contact the brake caliper and stop before it lies flat against the hub face. Forest River traced the issue to the plant not fully reviewing and testing the wheel on the axle before the trailer was built and delivered.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem shows up when the spare is installed, because the rim does not mount flat and flush to the hub face.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2016 and 2017 model years for one Riverstone Legacy trailer line, with the same temporary spare tire component in each model year.
| 2017 Forest River Riverstone Legacy | tire |
|---|---|
| 2016 Forest River Riverstone Legacy | tire |
| Units affected | 111 |
The year and model narrow the list, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the trailer's supplied spare wheel is installed, the lug nuts can fail and the wheel can detach, increasing crash risk. There is no warning sign before this failure, so call the dealer before towing again if the supplied spare is on the trailer. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Forest River Riverstone Legacy is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free spare rim and tire assembly replacement that fixes the incompatible spare-wheel fit.
- Avoid installing the supplied spare wheel until the replacement spare rim and tire assembly is installed.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 16V811 when you call.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-574-367-3269 with questions about scheduling.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician replaces the spare rim and tire assembly so the spare wheel can mount flat against the disk-brake hub. The replacement parts and labor are free under recall 16V811. If you've already paid out of pocket for a related spare rim or tire assembly repair, Forest River's standard reimbursement plan is on file. Bring documentation for the prior repair and ask Forest River customer service how to submit it.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 8, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 20, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 30, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| December 30, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 30, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V811?
Recall 16V811 covers 111 2016-2017 Forest River Riverstone Legacy fifth wheel trailers with a spare tire and rim assembly that does not fit the disk-brake hub correctly. If that spare is installed, the lug nuts can fail and the wheel can detach, increasing crash risk. Forest River dealers replace the spare rim and tire assembly for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Forest River Riverstone Legacy is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V811. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule replacement of the spare rim and tire assembly. Reference recall 16V811 or Forest River recall 70-10312016-0263 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Forest River dealers will replace the spare rim and tire assembly free of charge for included Riverstone Legacy trailers.
What is the safety risk?
The risk comes from using the supplied spare wheel. Because the spare rim does not sit flat and flush against the disk-brake hub, the lug nuts can fail after installation. That can let the wheel detach and increase crash risk.
When did Forest River start this recall repair?
Forest River began the recall on December 20, 2016. Because the remedy is available, included owners can contact a Forest River dealer now for the free spare rim and tire assembly replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V811000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-367-3269 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V811 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V811000 |
Source documents
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- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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