Recall 19V668 affects 53 2020 Forest River Cherokee trailers for exposed distribution panel wiring. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 53 2020 Cherokee trailers because missing protective paneling can leave distribution panel wiring exposed in a storage compartment. Damaged wiring increases the risk of electrical shock or fire, and Forest River dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The 2020 Forest River Cherokee uses a distribution panel as the electrical hub for trailer circuits. The panel and its wiring route power through the trailer's electrical system, and protective paneling is supposed to separate that wiring from the storage compartment.
On affected Cherokee trailers, Forest River did not consistently install that protective paneling during production. Without the divider in place, the distribution panel wiring is exposed inside a storage compartment. Stored items can contact the panel or wiring during loading, unloading, or travel. That contact can damage the panel or the wiring it depends on.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners are unlikely to know the divider is missing unless the storage compartment is inspected and the exposed distribution panel or wiring is visible.
Who's affected?
| 2020 Forest River Cherokee | wiring |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 53 |
Not every 2020 Forest River Cherokee trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Damaged distribution panel wiring can increase the risk of electrical shock or fire. There is no warning sign before failure, so treat exposed or damaged panel wiring as a reason to stop using that area and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020 Forest River Cherokee is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free divider installation that protects the exposed distribution panel wiring in the storage compartment.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 19V668 when you call.
- Avoid using the storage compartment around the distribution panel wiring until the divider repair is complete.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100 with questions and reference Forest River recall 17D-1089.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician installs a divider in the storage compartment so the distribution panel wiring is shielded from cargo and other contact. The repair parts and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid for a related repair to protect the distribution panel or wiring, Forest River's reimbursement plan handles documented eligible expenses. Bring the repair invoice and payment proof to the service desk so the claim can be reviewed.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 20, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 9, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 30, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| October 30, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 30, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V668?
Recall 19V668 covers 53 2020 Forest River Cherokee trailers with exposed distribution panel wiring in a storage compartment. Damaged wiring can increase the risk of electrical shock or fire. Forest River dealers will install a divider to protect the wiring for free.
What should I do if my 2020 Forest River Cherokee is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 19V668. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the storage compartment divider installation. Reference recall number 19V668 and Forest River recall number 17D-1089 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Forest River dealers will install the divider in the storage compartment free of charge so the distribution panel wiring is protected.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is electrical shock or fire from damaged distribution panel wiring. The missing protective paneling leaves wiring exposed in a storage compartment, where stored items or contact can damage the panel and wiring. The dealer repair adds a divider to protect that area.
What if I bought my Forest River Cherokee used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2020 Forest River Cherokee is included, then call a franchised Forest River dealer and reference recall 19V668.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V668000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-260-499-2100 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V668 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V668000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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