FOREST RIVER GEORGETOWN 2018: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V080000

Make Model Year
FOREST RIVER GEORGETOWN 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-02-20 2018-01-30 2018-02-01

Production Dates: 2017-12-07 - 2018-01-09

Manufacturers Involved: Forest River, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 68-0623

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 5

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Forest River, Inc. "Forest River" is recalling certain 2018 Georgetown recreational vehicles, models GTA36D7 and GTA34P7. These vehicles have 18 gauge wires connected to a 30 amp circuit breaker.

Consequence

18 gauge wires cannot handle the potential amp draw, possibly resulting in the wires melting and increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will connect the 18 gauge wiring to an additional circuit breaker that will be installed, free of charge. The recall began on February 20, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 68-0623.

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.