Recall 24V-846: 2025 Aurora ART24RBS, 2025 Aurora ART26ATH-300 and 6 more
Forest River, Inc. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Nov 8, 2024, covering about 498 vehicles.
The problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Catalina and Aurora travel trailers. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. The solar panel wiring may be incorrectly wired, causing the wiring to short and overheat.
The risk
Overheated wiring can melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will rewire the solar panel to the solar controller, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 15, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-4995. Forest River's number for this recall is 300-1863.
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 nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Forest River, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Electrical › Accessory Generator › Solar Panel Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer › 120/240 Vac Electrical System › Wiring |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V846000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Aurora ART24RBS | 2025 | All years |
| Aurora ART26ATH-300 | 2025 | All years |
| Aurora ART28BHS-300 | 2024, 2025 | All years |
| Catalina CAT243RBSLE | 2025 | All years |
| Catalina CAT263BHSCKLE-300 | 2024, 2025 | All years |
| Catalina CAT26TH-300 | 2025 | All years |
| Catalina CAT283EPIC-300 | 2024, 2025 | All years |
| Catalina CAT293QBCKLE-300 | 2024, 2025 | 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 24V-846?
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Catalina and Aurora travel trailers. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. The solar panel wiring may be incorrectly wired, causing the wiring to short and overheat.
How is recall 24V-846 fixed?
Dealers will rewire the solar panel to the solar controller, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 15, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-4995. Forest River's number for this recall is 300-1863.
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.