Equipment
- Component
- Equipment
- Manufacturer
- Forest River, Inc.
- Vehicles affected
- 19
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2019-10-25
- Owners notified
- 2019-11-07
Defect description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020 Surveyor trailers, model SVT33KFKDS. A fuse of the incorrect amperage was installed for the 12V refrigerator, potentially allowing the wiring to overheat.
Safety risk
If the wiring overheats, an electrical short can occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect fuse with one of the correct amperage, free of charge. The recall began November 7, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 37-1108.