Forest River is recalling 5 2017 Rockwood and Flagstaff trailers for air-conditioner wiring slack that can short. Free repair at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 5 2017 Rockwood and Flagstaff trailers under recall 16V728 because excess slack in the air-conditioner wiring harness can let wires contact a heating element. If the wires melt and short, fire risk increases; Forest River dealers will secure the wiring free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The wiring harness in affected 2017 Forest River Rockwood and Flagstaff trailers runs through the air conditioner system, including units equipped with a heating element. It carries electrical power and control signals where the air conditioner needs them, and it is supposed to be secured so the wires stay away from hot parts.
On these trailers, part of that harness was left with excess slack during manufacturing. The wiring was not tied back far enough from the air conditioner heating element. If the loose section touches the heating element, the insulation and wiring can melt, which damages the air conditioner circuit and creates an electrical safety problem.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not expect a light, sound, smell, or performance change before the harness contacts the heating element. The issue is found by inspection, which checks whether the wiring is secured away from the heating element.
Who's affected?
Covers Rockwood and Flagstaff trailers from separate production windows, with air-conditioner and wiring components listed for each model.
| 2017 Forest River Rockwood | Air conditioner |
|---|---|
| 2017 Forest River Rockwood | wiring |
| 2017 Forest River Flagstaff | Air conditioner |
| 2017 Forest River Flagstaff | wiring |
| Units affected | 5 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Unsecured wires near the heating element can touch the element, melt, and short, increasing the risk of a fire. There is no warning sign before failure. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall repair soon and ask the dealer for vehicle specific guidance before using the affected heating equipment. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Forest River Rockwood or Flagstaff trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free wiring-harness remedy kit that secures the air-conditioner wires away from the heating element.
- Bring the recall notice from Forest River. If you do not have it, reference recall number 16V728 and Forest River recall 10-10062016-0254 when you call.
- Avoid using the trailer's air conditioners until the dealer secures the wiring away from the heating element.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician installs a remedy kit that secures the air conditioner wiring harness and removes excess slack near the heating element. That keeps the wires constrained where they belong instead of loose inside the air conditioner area. The recall repair is available, and parts and labor are free under the campaign. Ask the service desk to reference Forest River recall 10-10062016-0254 when scheduling the repair for a 2017 Rockwood or Flagstaff trailer with this equipment.
Timeline
| October 12, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 1, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 5, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| December 5, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 5, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V728?
Recall 16V728 covers 5 2017 Forest River Rockwood and Flagstaff trailers with two air conditioners. Excess slack in the air-conditioner wiring harness can let wires contact a heating element, melt, and short, increasing the risk of a fire. Forest River dealers install a remedy kit for free.
What should I do if my 2017 Forest River Rockwood or Flagstaff is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V728. If it is, call a franchised Forest River dealer and schedule installation of the wiring-harness remedy kit. Reference recall number 16V728 and Forest River recall number 10-10062016-0254 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair to be completed at no cost to the owner. Forest River dealers install the remedy kit that constrains the air-conditioner wiring harness free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk in this Forest River recall?
The safety risk is fire. If the air-conditioner wiring is not tied back and secured away from the heating element, the wires can touch the heating element, melt, and short. Have the dealer install the remedy kit before relying on the affected air-conditioner setup.
When did Forest River start this recall repair?
Forest River began the recall repair on November 1, 2016. If your 2017 Rockwood or Flagstaff trailer is included, the dealer remedy is available now. Owners can also call Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-5164 with the recall number.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V728000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-642-5164 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V728 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V728000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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