Wiring: fuses and circuit breakersRecall 17V-799 · 2016–2018 Forest River Berkshire
Forest River, Inc. recall 17V-799 covers 108 2016–2018 Forest River Berkshire for a wiring: fuses and circuit breakers problem, reported to NHTSA on December 13, 2017. The manufacturer's latest report (2021 Q2) shows 48% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 17V799000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
If the breakers do not contact the sub-panel properly, the electrical resistance can cause excessive heat, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
48%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 4 vehicles were listed as unreachable.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from September 28, 2015 to December 1, 2017. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.