Recall 17V808 affects 25 2018 Forest River Sierra and Sandpiper trailers for incorrect tire-pressure placards. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 25 2018 Sierra and Sandpiper recreational trailers because the federal placard lists the recommended tire pressure as 110psi instead of 95psi. Inflating the tires to the higher pressure can cause premature tire wear, loss of control, and a higher crash risk; Forest River dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Federal Placard on a 2018 Forest River Sierra or Sandpiper is the tire and loading label attached to the trailer. It tells an owner or service shop the correct tire information, including the recommended inflation pressure. That pressure matters because the tire is designed to carry the trailer load at the specified setting.
On affected trailers, the placard was printed with the wrong tire pressure because of a data entry error. The label lists the recommended pressure as 110 psi, but the correct pressure is 95 psi. An owner following the label would inflate the tires above the intended setting for these trailers.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is in the printed placard, so the trailer does not give a visible or driving-related clue that the listed pressure is wrong.
Who's affected?
Covers Sierra and Sandpiper trailers from the 2018 model year, with the scope tied to tire information and the vehicle label.
| 2018 Forest River Sierra | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2018 Forest River Sierra | tire |
| 2018 Forest River Sandpiper | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2018 Forest River Sandpiper | tire |
| Units affected | 25 |
A matching 2018 Forest River Sierra or Sandpiper does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrect inflation to 110psi can wear the tires early. Worn tires reduce the driver's ability to keep control and increase the risk of a crash. No warning sign is identified before the wear creates a handling problem, so check the placard and schedule the dealer fix soon. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Forest River Sierra or Sandpiper is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free corrected Federal Placard installation that replaces the wrong tire-pressure label.
- Keep the trailer tires at 95psi until the corrected placard is installed.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River sent one. If not, reference recall number 17V808 when you call.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician installs a corrected Federal Placard so the trailer shows the right tire pressure information. The corrected placard and labor are free under recall 17V808. Because the remedy is available, owners can schedule the placard installation with a Forest River dealer. If you've already paid out of pocket for a related placard correction, Forest River's general reimbursement plan is on file. Ask Forest River customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit repair documentation for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 15, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 2, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 12, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| February 12, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 12, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V808?
Recall 17V808 covers 25 2018 Forest River Sierra and Sandpiper recreational trailers with a Federal Placard that lists 110psi tire pressure instead of the correct 95psi. Incorrect inflation can cause premature tire wear, loss of control, and crash risk. Forest River dealers install a corrected placard for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Forest River Sierra or Sandpiper is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 17V808. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule installation of the corrected Federal Placard. Reference recall number 17V808000 or Forest River recall 03-0599 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Forest River dealers will install the corrected Federal Placard free of charge. You can also contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-4574 with the recall number.
Is it safe to drive or tow my Forest River trailer before the placard is corrected?
Use the correct 95psi tire pressure shown in the recall, not the incorrect 110psi value on the affected placard. Inflating the tires to 110psi can cause premature tire wear, loss of control, and crash risk. Ask the dealer for guidance before towing if tire condition is a concern.
What if I bought my Forest River trailer used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2018 Sierra or Sandpiper is included, then contact a franchised Forest River dealer and reference recall 17V808000 or Forest River recall 03-0599.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V808000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-534-4574 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V808 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V808000 |
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 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →