Recall 19V317 covers 10 2019 Forest River Flagstaff and Rockwood trailers for AC wiring near a heat strip. Free repair at any Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 10 2019 Flagstaff and Rockwood recreational trailers because the front bedroom air-conditioning wiring was installed where it can contact the air conditioner heat strip. If that happens, the wire sheathing can melt and increase the risk of fire; Forest River dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front bedroom air conditioner in the 2019 Forest River Flagstaff and Rockwood trailers uses electrical wiring to power the unit and its controls. On trailers equipped with the heat strip, that strip warms air as it passes through the air conditioner, so nearby wiring has to be routed and secured away from the hot surface.
On affected trailers, the wiring for the front bedroom air conditioner was installed inconsistently. Loose wiring can touch the heat strip while the air conditioner is operating. That exposes the wire harness to heat it was not designed to handle. The issue traces to inadequate training for that air conditioner installation, and the fix is to secure the harness so the wires stay clear of the heat strip.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not count on a smell, visible damage, or a tripped breaker to appear before the wiring is harmed.
Who's affected?
Covers both Flagstaff and Rockwood trailer lines, with wiring listed as the affected component.
| 2019 Forest River Flagstaff | wiring |
|---|---|
| 2019 Forest River Rockwood | wiring |
| Units affected | 10 |
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?
If the air conditioner wiring harness touches the heat strip, the harness sheathing can melt and increase the risk of fire. Schedule the recall repair soon, and avoid running the heat strip until the dealer secures the harness away from it. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Forest River Flagstaff or Rockwood is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free repair that secures the front bedroom air-conditioner wiring harness away from the heat strip.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River sent one. If not, reference recall number 19V317 when you call.
- Avoid using the front bedroom air conditioner until the wiring harness repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician secures the front bedroom air conditioner wiring harness so it stays away from the heat strip. The repair is covered by the recall, so parts and labor are free. Forest River has a general reimbursement plan on file. If you already paid out of pocket for this wiring repair before the recall notice, ask Forest River customer service or the dealer how to submit documentation for reimbursement.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 19, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 6, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 29, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| May 29, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 29, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V317?
Recall 19V317 covers 10 2019 Forest River Flagstaff and Rockwood recreational trailers with front bedroom air conditioner wiring that was installed too close to the heat strip. If the wiring harness contacts the heat strip, the sheathing can melt and increase fire risk. Forest River dealers secure the wiring harness for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Forest River Flagstaff or Rockwood is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 19V317. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the air conditioner wiring harness repair. Reference Forest River recall number 10C-1001 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Forest River dealers will secure the air conditioner wiring harness away from the heat strip free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The fire risk comes from the air conditioner wiring harness contacting the heat strip. If that contact happens, the wire sheathing can melt. Forest River's dealer remedy moves and secures the wiring harness away from the heat strip.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V317000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-642-8943 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V317 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V317000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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