Forest River Cherokee recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

December 21, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Forest River, Inc. recalls 2015–2018 Forest River Cherokee, Cascade

Recall number

17V838000

Brand / firm

Forest River

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 3,297 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.