Recall 17V-838: 2015–2018 Forest River Cascade, 2015–2018 Forest River Cherokee

Forest River, Inc. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Dec 21, 2017, covering about 3,297 vehicles.

NHTSA number
17V-838
Report date
Dec 21, 2017
Vehicles affected
3,297
Owners notified
Feb 7, 2018

The problem

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Cascade and Cherokee recreational trailers. The trailer wiring may have been improperly routed, allowing the wires to be pinched between the chassis and the vehicle body.

The risk

Pinched wires may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trailers, rerouting the wires, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-541-644-8072. Forest River's number for this recall is 64-0456.

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

ManufacturerForest River, Inc.
ComponentElectrical System › Wiring
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number17V838000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Forest River Cascade2015, 2016, 2017, 2018All years
Forest River Cherokee2015, 2016, 2017, 2018All 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-838?

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Cascade and Cherokee recreational trailers. The trailer wiring may have been improperly routed, allowing the wires to be pinched between the chassis and the vehicle body.

How is recall 17V-838 fixed?

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trailers, rerouting the wires, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-541-644-8072. Forest River's number for this recall is 64-0456.

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.