Recall 19V604 affects 51 2019 Forest River Rockport vehicles with improperly welded storage beams. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 51 2019 Rockport box vans and service bodies equipped with Uline Bulk Storage racks because improperly welded bulk storage beams can fail under load. If the beams fail, components can fall and strike occupants, increasing injury risk; Forest River dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The Uline Bulk Storage racks in the 2019 Forest River Rockport are cargo storage assemblies mounted in the box van or service body. Their beams hold the rack structure together and support stored items when the shelves are loaded. Those beams need welds placed correctly at the beam and beam-end joints so the rack stays secure under weight.
On affected Rockport vans and service bodies, the storage rack beams were improperly welded. When the rack is loaded, the weld placement can leave the beam without the strength it needs, and the beam can fail under the weight. The corrected replacement beam uses proper weld placement on the beam and beam ends.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not assume a rack is safe because it looks normal while empty; the problem is tied to how the welded beam carries load.
Who's affected?
| 2019 Forest River Rockport | Equipment |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 51 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the beams fail, components can fall off and strike occupants, increasing the risk of injury. There is no warning sign before failure, so treat the recall as a repair priority and schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Forest River Rockport is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free replacement-beam repair that fixes the improperly welded Uline rack beams.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V604 when you call.
- Avoid loading the Uline Bulk Storage racks until the replacement beams are installed.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-574-522-7599 with questions about the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician installs replacement bulk storage beams that were correctly welded, replacing the improperly welded beams used with the Uline Bulk Storage racks. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are covered. Forest River has a general reimbursement plan on file, so owners who already paid for this same beam repair should ask Forest River customer service how to submit documentation under the manufacturer's standard reimbursement plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 16, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 29, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 25, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| September 25, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 25, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V604?
Recall 19V604 covers 51 2019 Forest River Rockport box vans and service bodies equipped with Uline Bulk Storage racks. Improperly welded bulk storage beams can fail when loaded. If they fail, components can fall and strike occupants, increasing injury risk.
What should I do if my 2019 Forest River Rockport is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Rockport is included in recall 19V604. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule replacement of the bulk storage beams. The dealer will install correctly welded replacement beams for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Forest River dealers will install correctly welded replacement beams free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
Is it safe to drive my 2019 Forest River Rockport before the repair?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive order. The safety concern is the bulk storage beams failing when loaded, which can let components fall and strike occupants. Confirm your VIN, then ask the dealer how to handle the vehicle and cargo until the replacement beams are installed.
What if I bought my Forest River Rockport used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Rockport is included, then reference recall 19V604 when you contact a franchised Forest River dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V604000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-522-7599 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V604 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V604000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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