Electrical: accessory generatorRecall 21V-988 · 2020–2022 Forest River Cardinal
Forest River, Inc. recall 21V-988 covers 111 2020–2022 Forest River Cardinal for a electrical: accessory generator problem, reported to NHTSA on December 17, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q1) shows 40% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V988000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Cardinal fifth wheel recreational vehicles. The generator compartment may not be sealed properly, allowing carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle.
The risk
Carbon monoxide inside the vehicle can increase the risk of injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the generator compartment for proper sealant and apply sealant if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 5, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-296-7700. Forest River's number for this recall is 15-1444.
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
40%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 4 vehicles were listed as unreachable.