Recall 19V453 affects 70 2019-2020 Forest River Cherokee CKT294BH trailers with incorrect weight-rating placards. Free replacement placards at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 70 2019-2020 Cherokee CKT294BH travel trailers under recall 19V453 because the Federal Placard lists incorrect Cargo Carrying Capacity and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating figures. Owners who rely on those numbers can overload the trailer, lose control, and increase the risk of a crash; a Forest River dealer will install a corrected placard for free.
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What's wrong?
The Federal Placard on these Cherokee CKT294BH trailers is the certification label that lists weight limits, including Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC). GVWR is the total weight the trailer is rated to carry, including itself and everything inside. CCC is how much gear, water, and supplies you can load on top of the empty trailer. Owners and tow vehicle drivers use these numbers to load safely and pick the right tow setup.
On affected 2019-2020 Cherokee trailers, a clerical error caused the placard to be printed with incorrect GVWR and CCC values. The label itself is intact and readable, but the numbers on it do not match the trailer's true ratings. An owner who loads to the printed limit can unknowingly exceed the actual capacity, which puts stress on the axles, tires, and tow vehicle and raises the risk of a loss of control or a tire failure on the road.
There is no warning sign before failure. The only clue is the placard itself, and it reads as if everything is in order.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2019 and 2020 model years of the Cherokee, all built between April 2018 and May 2019.
| 2020 Forest River Cherokee | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2019 Forest River Cherokee | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| Units affected | 70 |
| 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 inaccurate weight placard can lead an operator to overload the trailer, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash. Check the placard against the corrected values before loading, and keep cargo within the listed Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Cargo Carrying Capacity until the replacement placard is installed. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019-2020 Forest River Cherokee CKT294BH is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to request the corrected Federal Placard that lists the accurate Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Cargo Carrying Capacity.
- Schedule the placard replacement, which gives you the correct weight limits so you do not overload the trailer.
- Avoid loading the trailer to the capacity printed on the current placard until the corrected placard is installed, since the listed limits are too high.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-541-995-3447 with questions and reference recall number 19V453 (Forest River recall 64-1033) when you call.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician provides a replacement Federal Placard with the correct Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Cargo Carrying Capacity for your trailer, then installs it in place of the inaccurate one. Parts and labor are free under the recall. You can also contact Forest River customer service at 1-541-995-3447 and reference recall number 64-1033 to arrange the placard replacement. Keep the new placard visible so loading decisions match the corrected weight ratings.
Timeline
| June 14, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 24, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 24, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| July 24, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 24, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V453?
Recall 19V453 covers 70 2019-2020 Forest River Cherokee CKT294BH trailers with a Federal Placard that lists incorrect Cargo Carrying Capacity and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating information. The incorrect numbers can lead an operator to overload the trailer, causing loss of control. Forest River provides replacement placards free of charge.
What should I do if my 2019-2020 Forest River Cherokee is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 19V453. If it is, contact Forest River customer service at 1-541-995-3447 to request the free replacement placard. Reference Forest River recall number 64-1033 when you call. Install the corrected placard before loading the trailer.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to correct the defect at no cost, and Forest River provides the replacement Federal Placard free of charge. The new placard lists the accurate Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Cargo Carrying Capacity for the CKT294BH trailer.
What if I bought my Forest River Cherokee trailer used?
The free replacement placard 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 Cherokee CKT294BH is included, then call Forest River at 1-541-995-3447 and reference recall 64-1033.
What is the safety risk from an incorrect Federal Placard?
The placard lists weight limits an operator relies on when loading the trailer. Incorrect Cargo Carrying Capacity and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating numbers can lead to overloading, which can cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash. Replace the placard before loading the trailer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V453000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-541-995-3447 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V453 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V453000 |
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 →