Recall 20V041 affects 20 2020 Forest River Vengeance trailers for an incorrect Federal Placard. Replacement placards are free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 20 2020 Vengeance trailers under recall 20V041 because the Federal Placard lists the wrong axle rating, tire and wheel size, and tire PSI. That label error can lead an owner to overload the trailer, which increases the risk of loss of control and a crash, and Forest River dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Federal Placard on a 2020 Forest River Vengeance trailer is the label that tells an owner and service shop the trailer's axle rating, tire size, wheel size, and tire pressure. It is supposed to match the equipment installed on the trailer, so loading decisions and tire service start from the correct information.
On affected Vengeance trailers, the placard was printed with the wrong axle rating, tire and wheel size, and tire PSI because the data tables in Forest River's system did not match. The label showed 7,000 pound front and rear axles, ST235/85R16/G tires, 16X6.0J rims, and 110 PSI. It should show 6000 pound front and rear axles, ST235/80R16/E tires, 16X6.0J rims, and 80 PSI.
This recall is about incorrect safety information on the label, not a failed axle, tire, or wheel. There is no warning sign before failure, so the placard itself has to be corrected.
Who's affected?
| 2020 Forest River Vengeance | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 20 |
Not every 2020 Forest River Vengeance trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
An incorrect Federal Placard can lead an operator to overload the 2020 Vengeance without realizing it. Overloading changes how the vehicle handles, raises the risk of loss of control, and increases crash risk. Check the loading information carefully and schedule the placard replacement soon. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020 Forest River Vengeance is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free replacement placards that show the correct axle rating, tire and wheel size, and tire PSI.
- Reference recall number 20V041 and Forest River recall 73-1131 when you call.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it, and ask the dealer to install the corrected placards before your next trip.
- Use the corrected axle rating, tire and wheel size, and tire PSI before loading or towing the trailer.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician provides replacement federal placards with the correct axle rating, tire and wheel size, and tire PSI. The placards and labor are free under the recall. This repair replaces the label information; it does not require a tire, wheel, or axle replacement unless the dealer finds a separate issue. If you already paid for related placard work before the recall notice, contact Forest River customer service and keep your repair documentation for the general reimbursement plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 24, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 30, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 28, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| February 28, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 28, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V041?
Recall 20V041 covers 20 2020 Forest River Vengeance VGF311A13-WS-73 trailers with an incorrect Federal Placard for axle rating, tire and wheel size, and tire PSI. Forest River dealers provide replacement placards with accurate information for free.
What should I do if my 2020 Forest River Vengeance is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 20V041. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer and ask for the replacement Federal Placard. Reference Forest River recall number 73-1131 or campaign 20V041 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 dealers will provide the corrected Federal Placard free of charge. Forest River listed customer service at 1-260-499-2100 for this recall.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unknowingly overloading the trailer because the Federal Placard lists the wrong axle rating, tire and wheel size, and tire PSI. Overloading increases the risk of loss of control and crash. Forest River dealers fix the label information for free.
When did Forest River begin this recall?
Forest River began recall 20V041 on January 30, 2020. If you did not receive a notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your 2020 Forest River Vengeance trailer is included, then contact a franchised Forest River dealer for the free replacement placard.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V041000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-260-499-2100 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V041 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V041000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 24, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →