NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2023–2024 Forest River Riverstone recall: Solar Panel Wiring May Melt Causing Fire
- Recall number
- 24V774000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Forest River, Inc.
- Category
- Vehicles › Electrical System
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 16
- Hazard tags
- Fire
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Electrical System
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Forest River | Riverstone | 2023–2024 |
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Riverstone Fifth Wheel trailers. The solar panels may have been incorrectly connected in parallel and instead of in series, causing the wiring to overheat and melt.
Consequence
Melted wires increase the risk of a fire.
What should you do?
Dealers will inspect the wiring and replace the cable entry plate and solar controller as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 5, 2024. Owners may call Forest River Customer Service at (260) 593-2425. Forest River's number for this recall is 70-1853.
Manufacturer campaign number
70-1853
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 24V774000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.