Recall 19V481 affects 688 2019-2020 Forest River FR3 and Georgetown motorhomes for unintended slide-out activation. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 688 2019-2020 FR3 and Georgetown motorhomes under recall 19V481 because the slim-rack slide-out mechanism can activate on its own, moving the slide room in or out without warning. Unexpected slide movement raises the risk of injury, and a Forest River dealer will repair the affected motorhomes free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The slim-rack slide-out on these 2019-2020 Forest River Georgetown and FR3 motorhomes is the mechanism that extends and retracts the slide room, the section of the coach that pushes outward to create more living space when parked. A controller module reads input from a wall switch and tells the slide room when to move in or out. Under normal use, the room only moves when the owner presses and holds the switch.
On affected motorhomes, the slim-rack controller can register a movement command without anyone touching the switch. Lippert Components and Forest River tested returned controllers and were not able to pin down a single root cause. The result is the same in the coach: the slide room starts extending or retracting on its own, which can pin a person or object against furniture, a wall, or whatever is parked beside the motorhome.
There is no warning sign before failure. The slide room can begin moving at any time the coach has power to the controller, without a sound or signal first.
Who's affected?
Covers two Forest River motorhome lines (FR3 and Georgetown) across the 2019 and 2020 model years, all built between May 2018 and June 2019.
| 2019 Forest River FR3 | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2020 Forest River FR3 | Equipment |
| 2019 Forest River Georgetown | Equipment |
| 2020 Forest River Georgetown | Equipment |
| Units affected | 688 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 13 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
An unexpected slide-room extension or retraction can pinch, strike, or trap a person standing nearby, raising the risk of injury. Keep clear of the slide path until the controller and switch are replaced, and avoid operating the slide-out around children or pets. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019-2020 Forest River FR3 or Georgetown motorhome is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free replacement of the slim-rack slideout controller and switch that fixes the unintended slide-room movement.
- Keep people clear of the slide-room path until the repair is complete, since the slide can extend or retract without warning.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River has mailed one, and reference recall number 19V481 (Forest River recall 68-0991) when you call.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600 with questions about parts availability or scheduling.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician installs a new controller and switch for the slim-rack slideout mechanism on the affected Georgetown and FR3 motorhomes. Parts and labor are free under the recall. If you previously paid for repairs related to the slideout activating on its own, Forest River's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Bring your receipts and any prior repair paperwork to the service desk when you arrive, and reference recall 19V481 so the writer can attach the documentation to the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 21, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 23, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 31, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| July 31, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 31, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V481?
Recall 19V481 covers 688 2019-2020 Forest River Georgetown and FR3 motorhomes with a slim-rack slide-out mechanism that can activate unintentionally, moving the slide room in or out without warning. Forest River dealers will install a new controller and switch for the slide-out mechanism free of charge.
What should I do if my 2019-2020 Forest River Georgetown or FR3 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 19V481. If it is, contact a Forest River dealer to schedule the controller and switch replacement. Reference recall number 19V481 and Forest River's internal number 68-0991 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform the recall repair at no cost. Forest River dealers will install the new slide-out controller and switch free of charge, including parts and labor, regardless of where the motorhome was originally purchased.
What is the safety risk from the slide-out defect?
If the slide-room extends or retracts unexpectedly, there is an increased risk of injury to anyone near the slide. Keep the area around the slide-out clear, and warn passengers and bystanders until the dealer installs the new controller and switch.
What if I bought my Georgetown or FR3 motorhome used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor the recall regardless of ownership history. If Forest River never mailed you a notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included, and reference recall number 19V481 when you call the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V481000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-206-7600 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V481 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V481000 |
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)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →