Forest River Work And Play recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

June 21, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Forest River, Inc. recalls 2020 Forest River Work And Play

Recall number

19V482000

Brand / firm

Forest River

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 6 units

Why it was recalled

An electrical short can increase the risk of fire.

What was recalled

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020 Work and Play fifthwheel (WPF33W17) trailers. The 12V and 110V cables for an optional generator may not be isolated from objects stored in the generator compartment, which can result in an electrical short.

What to do

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will isolate the wires in the generator compartment so that they can't short, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 31, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-6302. Forest River's number for this recall is 31-1036.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.