Recall 18V074 affects 84 2018 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range trailers for an incorrect GAWR label. Free repair at a franchised Highland Ridge Fw dealer.
Highland Ridge Fw is recalling 84 2018 Open Range light travel trailers because the federal label lists the Gross Axle Weight Rating as 5,100 pounds instead of 4,400 pounds. That wrong GAWR label can lead owners to overload the trailer, which can wear the tires prematurely and increase crash risk; Highland Ridge Fw dealers will correct the label free of charge.
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What's wrong?
On the 2018 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range 312BHS, the Federal Label is the weight and tire information sticker owners use before loading the trailer. It lists the Gross Axle Weight Rating, or GAWR, which is the maximum weight each axle is rated to carry safely.
The problem is not the axle itself. Highland Ridge Fw says the correct axles are installed, but a data entry error caused the label to show 5100 lbs instead of the correct 4400 lbs. That gives the owner a higher number than the trailer is built to handle, which can lead to loading the trailer beyond the installed axle rating.
There is no warning sign before failure. The label looks official, so an owner checking the sticker before a trip would not know the GAWR printed there is wrong.
Who's affected?
| 2018 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 84 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2018 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
The incorrect GAWR label can lead you to overload the trailer without realizing it. Overloading puts extra load on the tires, causes early tire wear, and increases the risk of a crash. Until the label is corrected, verify weight limits before loading. Repair is free at any franchised Highland Ridge Fw dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Highland Ridge Fw dealer to schedule the free corrected-label replacement, which fixes the wrong axle-weight rating on the Federal Label.
- Bring the recall notice if Highland Ridge Fw mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V074 when you call.
- Avoid loading the trailer above the correct 4400 lb GAWR until the corrected label is installed, and check tire wear before towing.
- Call Highland Ridge Fw customer service at 1-260-768-7771 with questions about the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Highland Ridge Fw technician removes the incorrect Federal Label and installs a corrected label for the Open Range trailer. The corrected label lists the proper axle weight rating information, so tire and loading decisions are based on the right certification information. Parts and labor are covered under the recall, and the dealer performs the label replacement free of charge.
Timeline
| January 29, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 7, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 28, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| February 28, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 28, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V074?
Recall 18V074 covers 84 2018 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range travel trailers with an incorrect federal label. The label lists the gross axle weight rating as 5100 lbs instead of 4400 lbs, which can lead to overloading, premature tire wear, and increased crash risk. Dealers replace the label for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Highland Ridge Fw Open Range is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 18V074. If it is, contact a franchised Highland Ridge Fw dealer to schedule the corrected federal-label replacement. Reference recall number 18V074 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects and noncompliance recalls at no cost, and Highland Ridge Fw dealers will replace the incorrect federal label with a corrected label free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is trailer overloading from the wrong gross axle weight rating on the federal label. If an owner loads the trailer based on the incorrect 5100 lbs rating instead of the correct 4400 lbs rating, the tires can wear prematurely, increasing crash risk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V074000 |
|---|---|
| Highland Ridge Fw customer service | 1-260-768-7771 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V074 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V074000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (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 →