Recall 20V070 covers 184 2020 Forest River Cedar Creek trailers with a stove-valance fire risk. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 184 2020 Cedar Creek trailers because the residential stove can sit too close to the window valance, creating a fire risk. A fire increases the risk of injury, and Forest River dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The residential stove in a 2020 Cedar Creek trailer is the cooking appliance built into the living area. A window valance is the trim or covering above the nearby window. In normal use, the stove creates heat, and the materials around it need enough clearance from that heat.
On affected Forest River trailers, the stove was installed too close to the window valance. That put the stove near combustible material, which raises the risk that heat from cooking starts a fire. Forest River identified the issue through production and purchasing records, then changed the valance to a non-combustible material.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is the spacing between the stove and the valance, not a symptom you feel while towing or camping. An owner is not expected to hear, smell, or see a reliable early clue before the fire risk is present.
Who's affected?
| 2020 Forest River Cedar Creek | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 184 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
Not every 2020 Forest River Cedar Creek trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
A fire can increase the risk of injury. There is no warning sign before the problem, so schedule the recall repair soon and use the stove carefully until the repair is complete. The dealer replaces the fabric valance with a non-combustible valance and repositions the stove to prevent a fire. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020 Forest River Cedar Creek is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free stove repositioning and non-combustible valance replacement.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 20V070 and Forest River recall 20-1136 when you call.
- Keep the stove off until the dealer completes the repair.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-260-593-4000 with questions about scheduling or owner notice details.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician replaces the fabric window valance with a non-combustible valance and repositions the residential stove so it is not too close to the valance. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Forest River has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for this repair before the recall notice. Bring repair invoices, payment receipts, and any related service paperwork to the dealer or contact Forest River customer service to ask how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 10, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 5, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 21, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| March 21, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 21, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V070?
Recall 20V070 covers 184 2020 Forest River Cedar Creek trailers with a residential stove installed too close to the window valance, which can start a fire and increase injury risk. Forest River dealers replace the fabric valance with a non-combustible valance and reposition the stove for free.
What should I do if my 2020 Forest River Cedar Creek is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 20V070. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the valance replacement and stove repositioning. Reference recall number 20V070000 or Forest River recall 20-1136 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's remedy says dealers will replace the fabric valance with a non-combustible valance and reposition the stove free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. In affected 2020 Forest River Cedar Creek trailers, the residential stove was installed too close to the window valance. That placement can start a fire, and a fire can increase the risk of injury.
Has the repair started for recall 20V070?
Yes. Forest River began the recall on March 5, 2020, and the remedy is available. If your VIN is included, schedule the free repair through a franchised Forest River dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V070000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-260-593-4000 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V070 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V070000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (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 24, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →