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Forest River recall — Solar Panel
NHTSA · October 18, 2024
- NHTSA recall campaign 24V774000 (Forest River), reported .
- Potentially affected vehicles: 16.
- Component: Solar Panel.
- Details as of ; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.
- Agency
- NHTSA
- Posted
- Recalling firm
- Forest River, Inc.
- Source ID
- 24V774000
Defect
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
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Forest River | Riverstone | 2023 |
| Forest River | Riverstone | 2024 |
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