FOREST RIVER GEORGETOWN 2018: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
| Make : FOREST RIVER | Model : GEORGETOWN | Year : 2018 |
| Build Dates : 2017-12-07 - 2018-01-09 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 18V080000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2018-02-20 | Date Received by ODI: 2018-01-30 | Date Added to Database: 2018-02-01 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Forest River, Inc. | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: 68-0623 | ||
| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 5 | ||
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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. |
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Consequence:
18 gauge wires cannot handle the potential amp draw, possibly resulting in the wires melting and increasing the risk of a fire. |
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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. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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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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