Recall 17V-396: 2014–2015 Forest River Encounter, 2014–2018 Forest River Mirada and 1 more
Forest River, Inc. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jun 23, 2017, covering about 1,414 vehicles.
The problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Coachmen RV Encounter recreational vehicles, and 2014-2018 Coachmen RV Mirada and Mirada Select recreational vehicles equipped with the residential refrigerator option instead of the standard refrigerator. The unused, but powered, wiring for the standard refrigerator was left with exposed wire ends.
The risk
If the energized positive wire and negative wire make contact, the wires may sort circuit and possibly melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the positive and negative wires from the battery, free of charge. The recall began on August 3, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8212. Forest River's number for this recall is 310-06212017-0455.
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 Electrical System › Wiring |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 17V396000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Forest River Encounter | 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Forest River Mirada | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Forest River Mirada Select | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 | 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 17V-396?
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Coachmen RV Encounter recreational vehicles, and 2014-2018 Coachmen RV Mirada and Mirada Select recreational vehicles equipped with the residential refrigerator option instead of the standard refrigerator. The unused, but powered, wiring for the standard refrigerator was left with exposed wire ends.
How is recall 17V-396 fixed?
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the positive and negative wires from the battery, free of charge. The recall began on August 3, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8212. Forest River's number for this recall is 310-06212017-0455.
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.