Recall 18V500 affects 156 2019 Forest River Cherokee Wolf Pup trailers for LP bottle brackets that can break. Repair is free at Forest River dealers.
Forest River is recalling 156 2019 Cherokee Wolf Pup recreational trailers because the single propane bottle bracket can break at its mounting point. If the bracket ring breaks, the propane cylinder can detach from the trailer, increasing the risk of injury or a crash; Forest River dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The single propane bottle bracket on the 2019 Forest River Cherokee Wolf Pup holds the propane cylinder to the trailer frame during travel. Its LP bottle ring is the metal support around the cylinder, and the mounting legs fasten that support to the chassis so the bottle stays secured while the trailer moves.
On affected trailers, the steel in the bracket has the wrong hardness. That means the metal does not bend the way it was designed to bend under normal movement and vibration. Stress concentrates at the mounting point, where the bracket can break and stop holding the propane bottle correctly.
The warning sign is visible hardware damage at the bracket. An owner or dealer can notice a broken bracket where it fastens to the chassis or body, or a missing fastener head.
Who's affected?
| 2019 Forest River Cherokee Wolf Pup | Lpg systems |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 156 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the LP bottle ring bracket breaks, the propane cylinder can detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or a crash. Watch for a broken bracket fastened to the chassis or a missing fastener head, and schedule the repair soon if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Forest River Cherokee Wolf Pup is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free LP bottle ring bracket replacement that keeps the propane cylinder secured.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V500 and Forest River recall 17D-0805 when you call.
- Avoid towing the trailer with a loose or damaged propane cylinder bracket until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician replaces the LP bottle ring bracket on the affected Cherokee Wolf Pup trailer. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid out of pocket for an LP bottle bracket repair tied to this condition, Forest River has a general reimbursement plan on file for documented expenses. Bring your repair paperwork to the service desk, or contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100 for reimbursement instructions.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 30, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 17, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 8, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| September 8, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 8, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V500?
Recall 18V500 covers 156 2019 Forest River Cherokee Wolf Pup recreational trailers with single propane bottle brackets that can break at the mounting point. If the bracket ring breaks, the propane cylinder can detach from the trailer, increasing injury or crash risk. Forest River dealers replace the LP bottle ring bracket for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Forest River Cherokee Wolf Pup is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 18V500. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the LP bottle ring bracket replacement. Reference Forest River recall number 17D-0805 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's remedy for recall 18V500 says dealers will replace the LP bottle ring bracket free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is that the propane cylinder can detach if the LP bracket ring breaks. A loose propane cylinder on or near the trailer increases the risk of injury or a crash. Confirm your VIN, then schedule the free bracket replacement with a Forest River dealer.
What if I bought this Forest River trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2019 Cherokee Wolf Pup is included, then give recall 18V500 and Forest River recall number 17D-0805 to the dealer service desk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V500000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-260-499-2100 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V500 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V500000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall 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 →