FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE 2017: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V799000

Make Model Year
FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE 2017
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-01-11 2017-12-13 2017-12-18

Production Dates: 2015-09-28 - 2017-12-01

Manufacturers Involved: Forest River, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 40-0594

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 108

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Forest River, Inc. "Forest River" is recalling certain 2016-2018 Berkshire XLT motorhomes. Incorrect circuit breakers were used that may not contact the electrical sub-panel correctly.

Consequence

If the breakers do not contact the sub-panel properly, the electrical resistance can cause excessive heat, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect circuit breaker, free of charge. The recall began on January 11, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-522-1368. Forest River's number for this recall is 40-0594.

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.