Recall 14V-449: 2013–2014 Forest River Blue Ridge, 2013–2014 Forest River Brookstone and 7 more
Forest River, Inc. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jul 23, 2014, covering about 1,041 vehicles.
The problem
Forest River Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Georgetown, Sunseeker, Forester, Cross Country, Pathfinder, Cardinal, Blue Ridge, Cedar Creek, and Brookstone recreational vehicles manufactured March 11, 2013, through April 26, 2013 and equipped with certain Frigidaire Convection Microwave models CFMV152CLB and CFMV154CLS. The microwave may start on it's own and begin heating when unattended.
The risk
If the microwave starts on its own and there are contents inside, a fire could result.
The fix
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will repair the membrane/keypad component, free of charge. The recall began in February 2015. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-353-7383.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Forest River, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 14V449000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Forest River Blue Ridge | 2013, 2014 | All years |
| Forest River Brookstone | 2013, 2014 | All years |
| Forest River Cardinal | 2013, 2014 | All years |
| Forest River Cedar Creek | 2013, 2014 | All years |
| Forest River Cross Country | 2013, 2014 | All years |
| Forest River Forester | 2013, 2014 | All years |
| Forest River Georgetown | 2013, 2014 | All years |
| Forest River Pathfinder | 2013, 2014 | All years |
| Forest River Sunseeker | 2013, 2014 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V-449?
Forest River Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Georgetown, Sunseeker, Forester, Cross Country, Pathfinder, Cardinal, Blue Ridge, Cedar Creek, and Brookstone recreational vehicles manufactured March 11, 2013, through April 26, 2013 and equipped with certain Frigidaire Convection Microwave models CFMV152CLB and CFMV154CLS. The microwave may start on it's own and begin heating when unattended.
How is recall 14V-449 fixed?
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will repair the membrane/keypad component, free of charge. The recall began in February 2015. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-353-7383.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.