FOREST RIVER SABRE (2019) recall — Equipment
Forest River is recalling 2019 Sabre trailers with incorrect axle weight placards that could lead to vehicle overload and loss of control. Owners should contact customer service for free replacement placards.
Use caution until it’s fixed
The incorrect label can cause the operator to overload the vehicle, which may lead to a loss of control, increasing the risk of crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Forest River is recalling certain 2019 Sabre trailers because their placards incorrectly state 6,000 lb. capacity axles when the actual capacity is 5,200 lb. This could cause the trailer to become overloaded, leading to loss of control and potential crashes. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1223799-forest-river-2019-sabre-trailers-incorrect-placard-may-cause-overload.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1223799-forest-river-2019-sabre-trailers-incorrect-placard-may-cause-overload · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V151000
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“Forest River 2019 Sabre Trailers: Incorrect Placard May Cause Overload Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1223799-forest-river-2019-sabre-trailers-incorrect-placard-may-cause-overload. Based on NHTSA recall #19V151000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V151000).
Why it’s dangerous
The trailer's placard incorrectly states 6,000 lb. capacity axles instead of the actual 5,200 lb. capacity. This could cause the trailer to become overloaded during normal use, potentially leading to loss of control and crashes.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2019 Forest River Sabre trailers with incorrect axle weight placards are affected. Trailer operators are most at risk of losing control if they follow the incorrect placard ratings.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2019 Forest River Sabre trailer has a placard that says 6,000 lb. capacity axles. The recall began March 8, 2019, and affects trailers with incorrect axle ratings.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Customer Service
Call Forest River at 1-574-642-2100 to get free replacement placards for the incorrect axle weight rating.
What NHTSA says to do
Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will provide replacement placards that indicate the correct axle weight rating, free of charge. The recall began March 8, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2100. The Forest River number for this recall is 62-0972.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The placard incorrectly states 6,000 lb. capacity axles when the trailer actually has 5,200 lb. capacity axles, which could cause overload and loss of control.
How do I know if my trailer is affected?
Check if your 2019 Forest River Sabre trailer has a placard that says 6,000 lb. capacity axles instead of 5,200 lb.
What should I do if I have the affected trailer?
Contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2100 for free replacement placards that show the correct axle weight rating.
Contact Forest River
We’ve drafted a message you can send Forest River to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V151000 — Forest River Forest River Hello, I own a Forest River that is covered by recall 19V151000 from Forest River. The official recall notice states: Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will provide replacement placards that indicate the correct axle weight rating, free of charge. The recall began March 8, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2100. The Forest River number for this recall is 62-0972. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V151000 (January 3, 2019)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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