Recall 17V799 affects 108 2016-2018 Forest River Berkshire motorhomes for incorrect circuit breakers that can overheat. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 108 2016-2018 Berkshire motorhomes because incorrect circuit breakers do not contact the electrical sub-panel correctly. Poor contact raises electrical resistance, creates excess heat, and increases the risk of a fire; Forest River dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The house distribution panel in a 2016-2018 Forest River Berkshire motorhome routes electrical power to interior circuits, including outlets in the living space. Circuit breakers sit in that panel to protect each circuit. A correct breaker fits the sub-panel so current passes through a solid contact point and the breaker can interrupt power when the circuit is overloaded.
On affected Berkshire motorhomes, the wrong size breaker was installed during manufacturing. Because it does not seat against the electrical sub-panel correctly, the breaker contact is not the connection Forest River intended. The recall repair replaces that breaker with the correct Siemens Q1520NC breaker.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner can notice the problem only after affected outlets, such as bedroom or slide room outlets, stop working or act unreliable.
Who's affected?
The scope spans three Berkshire model years with the same wiring and circuit-breaker component listed for each year.
| 2017 Forest River Berkshire | wiring |
|---|---|
| 2016 Forest River Berkshire | wiring |
| 2018 Forest River Berkshire | wiring |
| Units affected | 108 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Improper breaker contact raises electrical resistance and creates excessive heat, increasing the risk of a fire. There is no warning sign before failure, so do not wait for a symptom before scheduling service. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2018 Forest River Berkshire is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free circuit-breaker replacement that restores proper contact at the electrical sub-panel.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V799 and Forest River recall 40-0594 when you call.
- Ask Forest River customer service at 1-574-522-1368 if you need help finding a servicing dealer or confirming parts availability.
- Keep high-load electrical use to a minimum until the incorrect breaker is replaced, since poor breaker contact can create excessive heat.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician replaces the incorrect circuit breaker so it contacts the electrical sub panel correctly. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Forest River has a general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign. If you already paid for the same circuit breaker repair before the recall notice, ask Forest River customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit documentation under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 13, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 11, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 8, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| February 8, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 8, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V799?
Recall 17V799 covers 108 2016-2018 Forest River Berkshire motorhomes with incorrect circuit breakers that can fail to contact the electrical sub-panel correctly. Poor contact can create excessive heat and increase fire risk. Forest River dealers will replace the incorrect circuit breaker for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2018 Forest River Berkshire is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 17V799. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule replacement of the incorrect circuit breaker. Reference recall number 17V799 and Forest River recall 40-0594 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Forest River dealers will replace the incorrect circuit breaker free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for vehicles included in recall 17V799.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. If the circuit breakers do not contact the electrical sub-panel properly, electrical resistance can create excessive heat. If your VIN is included, schedule the free breaker replacement with a Forest River dealer.
When did the Forest River Berkshire recall repair start?
Forest River began the recall repair on January 11, 2018. Owners of included 2016-2018 Berkshire motorhomes can contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-522-1368 or call a franchised Forest River dealer and reference recall 17V799.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V799000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-522-1368 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V799 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V799000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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