Recall 20V361 affects 62 2021 Forest River FR3 recreational vehicles for miswired leveling jacks. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 62 2021 FR3 recreational vehicles built on a Ford chassis with a V8 engine because the parking brake wiring harness has an incorrect wire connected. That can let the leveling jacks deploy while the vehicle is moving, cause loss of vehicle control, and increase crash risk; Forest River dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The leveling jack wiring on the 2021 Forest River FR3 connects the jack controls to the chassis signals that show when the motorhome is parked. The parking brake signal is part of that lockout. When it is wired correctly, the jack system should stay disabled while the vehicle is in gear and moving.
On affected FR3 motorhomes built on the Ford V8 chassis, the harness used new wire colors. The wrong wire was connected to the parking brake circuit during production. That wiring error allows the jack controls to read the vehicle as safely parked, so the leveling jacks can start to deploy while the motorhome is in motion.
There is no warning sign before failure. The owner does not get a dashboard light, sound, or change in driving feel before the jacks begin to extend.
Who's affected?
| 2021 Forest River FR3 | wiring |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 62 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
Not every 2021 Forest River FR3 motorhome is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
An unexpected leveling-jack deployment while the 2021 FR3 is moving can cause loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk. There is no warning sign before this failure, so schedule the repair soon and use caution until the wiring harness is corrected. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 Forest River FR3 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free wiring-harness correction that keeps the leveling jacks from deploying while the RV is moving.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 20V361 when you call.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600 with questions about scheduling or dealer instructions.
- Drive only as needed until the wiring harness is corrected, because jack deployment while moving can cause loss of vehicle control.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician corrects the wiring harness so the parking brake connection is wired properly and the leveling jacks do not deploy while the RV is moving. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. For out of pocket wiring harness or leveling jack repairs paid before the recall notice, Forest River has a general reimbursement plan on file. Contact Forest River customer service and ask what documentation the plan requires.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 19, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 26, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 29, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| July 29, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 29, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V361?
Recall 20V361 covers 62 2021 Forest River FR3 recreational vehicles built on a Ford chassis with a V8 engine. The wiring harness has the wrong wire connected to the parking brake, which can let the leveling jacks deploy while the vehicle is moving.
What should I do if my 2021 Forest River FR3 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific RV is included in recall 20V361. If it is, contact a Forest River dealer to schedule the wiring harness correction. Reference Forest River recall number 68-1178 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Forest River's remedy says dealers will correct the wiring harness free of charge. Owners can also call Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is loss of vehicle control if the leveling jacks deploy while the RV is moving. That condition increases crash risk. Until the wiring harness is corrected, confirm whether your VIN is included and arrange the free dealer repair if it is.
What if I bought my Forest River FR3 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to see whether your RV is included in recall 20V361, then give the campaign number and Forest River recall number 68-1178 to the dealer service desk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V361000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-206-7600 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V361 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V361000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (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 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →