Forest River Wolf Pack recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

November 10, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Forest River, Inc. recalls 2017–2018 Forest River Wolf Pack, Vengeance, Xlr

Recall number

17V708000

Brand / firm

Forest River

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 762 units

Why it was recalled

The generator's exhaust may melt the trailer's underbelly, increasing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 XLR Toyhauler, Vengeance and Wolf Pack recreational trailers equipped with an optional generator. The generator's exhaust pipe is mounted too close to the trailer's plastic underbelly.

What to do

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the routing of the exhaust pipe, lowering it away from the plastic underbelly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 73-0535.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.