Recall 19V355 affects 3 2018-2019 Forest River Cherokee travel trailers with incorrect Federal Placard information. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 3 of its 2018-2019 Cherokee ACKT39CL and ACKT39RL travel trailers under recall 19V355 because the Federal Placard lists incorrect axle rating, cargo carrying capacity, and tire and wheel information. An owner who trusts the placard can overload the trailer, reduce stability, and raise the risk of a crash, so Forest River dealers will install a corrected placard for free.
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What's wrong?
The Federal Placard on these Forest River Cherokee travel trailers is the certification label that lists the axle weight rating, the cargo carrying capacity, and the correct tire and wheel combination for the trailer. Owners and tire shops read this label to know how much the trailer can safely haul and which tires and rims are approved for the axles underneath it.
On the affected 2018-2019 Cherokee ACKT39CL and ACKT39RL travel trailers, a data system error caused the tire and rim combination tables to fall out of sync. As a result, the placard was printed with incorrect axle rating, cargo capacity, and tire and wheel information. An owner loading to what the label says, or replacing tires to match the label, can end up with a setup that does not match the trailer's actual hardware.
There is no warning sign before failure. The defect is in the printed label itself, so nothing about the trailer's driving feel will tell an owner the numbers on the placard are wrong.
Who's affected?
Covers both the 2018 and 2019 model years of the Cherokee, with the same labeling issue across the run.
| 2018 Forest River Cherokee | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2019 Forest River Cherokee | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| Units affected | 3 |
| 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 RV is included in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
An incorrect Federal Placard can lead an operator to overload the trailer, which reduces stability and raises the risk of a crash. Stay within conservative cargo and tongue-weight limits until the placard is replaced, and schedule the repair soon so the load ratings on the trailer match the actual specifications. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2019 Forest River Cherokee travel trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free replacement of the Federal Placard with one that lists the correct axle rating, cargo carrying capacity, and tire and wheel information.
- Reference recall number 19V355 (Forest River recall 17A-1012) when you call the dealer to schedule.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100 with questions about the placard replacement or owner notification.
- Avoid loading the trailer near its rated capacity until the corrected placard is installed, since the current placard understates the risk of overloading.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician removes the existing Federal Placard from your Cherokee travel trailer and installs a replacement placard that lists the correct axle rating, cargo carrying capacity, and tire and wheel combination. Parts and labor are free under the recall. If you previously paid out of pocket to correct the placard information, Forest River's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Bring your receipts to the service desk, or contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100 to ask how to submit your documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 10, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 28, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 19, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| June 19, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 19, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V355?
Recall 19V355 covers 3 2018-2019 Forest River Cherokee ACKT39CL and ACKT39RL travel trailers with a Federal Placard that lists incorrect axle rating, cargo carrying capacity, and tire and wheel combination information. Forest River dealers will install a corrected replacement placard free of charge.
What should I do if my 2018-2019 Forest River Cherokee is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific travel trailer is included in recall 19V355. If it is, contact a Forest River dealer to schedule the replacement placard installation. Reference recall number 19V355 when you call. The dealer repair is free, and Forest River customer service is reachable at 1-260-499-2100.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair the defect at no cost, and Forest River dealers will install a corrected Federal Placard free of charge. Parts and labor are covered regardless of where the travel trailer was originally purchased.
What is the safety risk from an incorrect Federal Placard?
The incorrect placard can lead an operator to overload the travel trailer, which reduces stability and increases crash risk. Until the replacement placard is installed, avoid loading the trailer to the limits printed on the current placard and contact a Forest River dealer to schedule the correction.
What if I bought my Forest River Cherokee used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor the recall regardless of ownership history. If Forest River never mailed you a notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included, and reference recall number 19V355 when you call the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V355000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-260-499-2100 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V355 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V355000 |
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 →