NHTSA vehicle safety data
2012 Rance Aluminum Trailer Lightning Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2012 Rance Aluminum Trailer Lightning has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Rance Aluminum Trailer dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2012 Rance Aluminum Trailer Lightning. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
WHEELS
NHTSA #12V543000Reported November 23, 2012 · FOREST RIVER, INC.
Potentially affected: 2,200 vehicles
Defect description
Forest River is recalling certain model 2011 and 2012 trailers manufactured from August 11, 2011, through April 11, 2012, equipped with Carlisle Toy Hauler series trailer wheels. These wheels were manufactured with machine dimensions for the application of a center cap and the application of steel lug inserts that were not controlled to the required specifications. As a result, the wheel may not be tightened to the proper torque during the mounting process.
Safety consequence
If the wheels are not tightened to the proper torque, the wheels could loosen, leading to wheel separation, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. A detached wheel also becomes a road hazard.
Manufacturer remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheels free of charge. The recall began on January 10, 2013. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-389-4600.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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