Recall 19V151 affects 4 2019 Forest River Sabre trailers for incorrect axle-capacity placards. Replacement placard is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 4 2019 Sabre trailers because the federal placard lists 6,000 lb. axles even though the trailers have 5,200 lb. axles. If the trailer is overloaded, the driver can lose control, which increases the risk of a crash; Forest River dealers will install corrected labels free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Federal Placard on a 2019 Forest River Sabre trailer is the weight label that tells an owner and service shop how the trailer was built to be loaded. It lists key ratings, including axle capacity, so the trailer is not loaded beyond what its installed parts are designed to carry.
On affected Sabre trailers, the placard says the trailer has 6,000 lb. capacity axles, but the trailer actually has 5,200 lb. capacity axles. The problem came from a production communication error: the axle load rating was revised, but that change did not reach data entry in time, so the wrong rating was printed on the Federal Placard.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is the label itself, so an owner sees the wrong axle rating unless the placard is checked against the corrected Forest River information or replaced with the remedy placard.
Who's affected?
| 2019 Forest River Sabre | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 4 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2019 Forest River Sabre trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
An incorrect weight label can lead an operator to overload the vehicle. Overloading increases the risk of loss of control and a crash. Until the placard is replaced, ask the dealer for the correct axle weight rating before loading near capacity. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Forest River Sabre trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free replacement placard that corrects the axle-weight rating.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V151 when you call.
- Avoid loading the trailer above the actual 5,200 lb. axle rating until the corrected placard is installed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician provides replacement Federal placards for the 2019 Sabre trailer. The new placards show the correct axle weight rating, so the label matches the trailer's actual axle capacity. Parts and labor are free under the recall. The recall began March 8, 2019, so the placard replacement is available now through a Forest River dealer.
Timeline
| March 1, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 8, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 10, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| April 10, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 10, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V151?
Recall 19V151 covers 4 2019 Forest River Sabre trailers with a Federal Placard that incorrectly lists 6,000 lb. capacity axles when the trailer has 5,200 lb. capacity axles. That label error can lead to overloading, loss of control, and higher crash risk. Forest River dealers provide corrected placards for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Forest River Sabre is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 19V151. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer and ask for the replacement placards showing the correct 5,200 lb. axle rating. Forest River customer service is available at 1-574-642-2100.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the defect at no cost, and Forest River's remedy states that dealers will provide replacement placards free of charge. The Forest River number for this recall is 62-0972.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is trailer overloading. If the placard shows a higher axle capacity than the trailer actually has, an owner can load too much weight, which can lead to loss of control and increase crash risk. Use the correct 5,200 lb. axle rating once the new placard is installed.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V151000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-642-2100 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V151 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V151000 |
Source documents
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 →