Forest River, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #24V774000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 24V774000 by Forest River, Inc.. Affecting 2023-2024 riverstone fifth wheel trailers Includes 16 affected units, Solar Panel Wiring May Melt Causing Fire, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2023-2024 riverstone fifth wheel trailers

Defect Summary

Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2023-2024 riverstone fifth wheel trailers. the solar panels may have been incorrectly connected in parallel and instead of in series, causing the wiring to overheat and melt.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the wiring and replace the cable entry plate and solar controller as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed november 5, 2024. owners may call forest river customer service at (260) 593-2425. forest river's number for this recall is 70-1853.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 24V774000
Manufacturer: Forest River, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2024-10-18T00:00:00
Subject: Solar panel wiring may melt causing fire
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 16

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 70-1853
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2023-2024 riverstone fifth wheel trailers. the solar panels may have been incorrectly connected in parallel and instead of in series, causing the wiring to overheat and melt.
Consequence Summary: Melted wires increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the wiring and replace the cable entry plate and solar controller as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed november 5, 2024. owners may call forest river customer service at (260) 593-2425. forest river's number for this recall is 70-1853.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 37.5

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NHTSA ID: 24V774000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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