Recall 19V-356: 2019–2020 Forest River R-POD

Forest River, Inc. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on May 10, 2019, covering about 1,346 vehicles.

NHTSA number
19V-356
Report date
May 10, 2019
Vehicles affected
1,346
Owners notified
May 28, 2019

The problem

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2020 R. Pod travel trailers. The wire for the refrigerator's spark igniter may have been connected to a breaker that permits a current higher than the wire can handle.

The risk

Without the proper circuit breaker protection, the wire can melt, increasing the risk of fire.

The fix

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will move the wire from the 30 AMP circuit to the designated 15 AMP circuit, free of charge. The recall began May 28, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-3119. Forest River's number for this recall is 80-1011.

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 › Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Electrical System › Wiring
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number19V356000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Forest River R-POD2019, 2020All 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 19V-356?

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2020 R. Pod travel trailers. The wire for the refrigerator's spark igniter may have been connected to a breaker that permits a current higher than the wire can handle.

How is recall 19V-356 fixed?

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will move the wire from the 30 AMP circuit to the designated 15 AMP circuit, free of charge. The recall began May 28, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-3119. Forest River's number for this recall is 80-1011.

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.