Forest River Surveyor recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

May 4, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Forest River, Inc. recalls 2018 Forest River Surveyor

Recall number

18V296000

Brand / firm

Forest River

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 29 units

Why it was recalled

If the refrigerator overheats, the cooling tubes may fail, increasing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Forest River Surveyor recreational trailers, model SVT241RBLE. The refrigerator in the slide room may not have an air cycling fan to cool the refrigerator parts, which can cause the refrigerator to overheat.

What to do

Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will install a cooling fan assembly, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-3119. Forest River's number for this recall is 37-0719.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.