FOREST RIVER CHEROKEE (2021) recall — Equipment
Forest River is recalling 2021-2022 Cherokee travel trailers with incorrect Federal Placard tire size and Gross Axle Weight Rating, which could cause vehicle overload and crash risk. Owners must contact customer service for a free placard update.
Use caution until it’s fixed
An overloaded vehicle can lead to a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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What happened, in plain English
Forest River is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cherokee travel trailers because their Federal Placard shows incorrect tire size and Gross Axle Weight Rating. This could lead to vehicle overload, increasing crash risk. Owners must get a free updated placard to ensure compliance with safety standards. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80404-forest-river-2021-cherokee-travel-trailers-incorrect-placard-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80404-forest-river-2021-cherokee-travel-trailers-incorrect-placard-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #21V877000
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“Forest River 2021 Cherokee Travel Trailers: Incorrect Placard Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80404-forest-river-2021-cherokee-travel-trailers-incorrect-placard-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #21V877000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V877000).
Why it’s dangerous
The Federal Placard shows incorrect tire size and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), which could cause the vehicle to be overloaded. Overloading might lead to loss of control and increase crash risk, especially when carrying heavy loads or driving on uneven surfaces.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2021-2022 Forest River Cherokee travel trailers with incorrect Federal Placard tire size and Gross Axle Weight Rating are affected. Those who regularly transport heavy loads or drive on rough terrain may face higher risk of vehicle overload.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 2021-2022 Forest River Cherokee travel trailers with an incorrect Federal Placard showing tire size and Gross Axle Weight Rating. The recall covers vehicles that do not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
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What to do — step by step
Get Free Placard Update
Forest River will mail a new Federal Placard free of charge to owners who received notification letters by November 29, 2021.
Contact Customer Service
Owners can call Forest River Customer Service at 1-260-499-2100 for assistance with the recall.
What NHTSA says to do
Forest River will mail owners a new Federal Placard, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest Rivers number for this recall is 17A-1439.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The Federal Placard shows incorrect tire size and Gross Axle Weight Rating, which could cause vehicle overload and increase crash risk.
How do I know if my trailer is affected?
Check if your 2021-2022 Forest River Cherokee travel trailer has an incorrect Federal Placard showing tire size and Gross Axle Weight Rating.
What should I do if I own this trailer?
Forest River will mail a free updated Federal Placard. Contact customer service at 1-260-499-2100 for assistance.
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 21V877000 — Forest River Forest River Hello, I own a Forest River that is covered by recall 21V877000 from Forest River. The official recall notice states: Forest River will mail owners a new Federal Placard, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest Rivers number for this recall is 17A-1439. 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 #21V877000 (December 11, 2021)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 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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