Recall 21V219 affects 115 2021 Forest River Berkshire motorhomes for brake lights with inadequate reflection. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 115 2021 Berkshire Class A motorhomes because the brake lights do not adequately reflect light and fail FMVSS 108 requirements. That makes the vehicle harder for other drivers to see and increases crash risk; Forest River dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The brake lights on the 2021 Forest River Berkshire are part of the rear lighting system. They tell traffic behind the motorhome when the driver is braking, and the rear lamp assembly also needs reflex reflection so the rear of the vehicle is visible when another vehicle's headlights hit it. FMVSS 108 sets that visibility requirement for lamps, reflective devices, and related equipment.
On affected Berkshire motorhomes, the tail lamp setup used with the redesigned rear cap did not provide enough reflected light. The lamp can still work as a brake light, but without the required reflex reflector it does not meet the federal standard for rear visibility. Forest River's fix changes the taillight so it has a reflex reflector and meets the standard.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner will not hear, feel, or see a change from the driver's seat that confirms the brake light assembly lacks enough reflected visibility.
Who's affected?
| 2021 Forest River Berkshire | Brake lights |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 115 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2021 Forest River Berkshire motorhome is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Brake lights that do not reflect enough light make the vehicle harder for other drivers to see, increasing the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before another driver has trouble seeing the brake lights, so schedule the reflector repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 Forest River Berkshire is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free brake-light reflex-reflector repair.
- Bring the recall notice, or reference recall number 21V219 when you call.
- Keep the brake lights clean until the reflector is installed so other drivers can see the motorhome more clearly.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-574-522-1368 with questions, and reference Forest River recall 40-1315.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician adds the reflex reflector for the brake lights so the rear lighting has the required reflected-light function. The recall repair is available now, and the reflector and related labor are free under the recall. Forest River has a general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign. If you already paid for this brake-light reflector repair before the recall work opened, bring the repair invoice and payment documentation to the service desk or contact Forest River customer service to ask how to file the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 29, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 9, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 8, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| May 8, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 8, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V219?
Recall 21V219 covers 115 2021 Forest River Berkshire Class A motorhomes whose brake lights do not adequately reflect light. The issue affects how visible the vehicle is to other drivers and increases crash risk. Forest River provides a Reflex Reflector for the brake lights free of charge.
What should I do if my 2021 Forest River Berkshire is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 21V219. If it is, contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-522-1368 or a franchised Forest River dealer to arrange the free brake-light reflector remedy. Reference Forest River recall number 40-1315 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Forest River provides the brake-light Reflex Reflector free of charge. Parts and related recall service are covered for an included 2021 Forest River Berkshire.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced visibility to other drivers. If the brake lights do not adequately reflect light, another driver has less clear notice of the motorhome, increasing the risk of a crash. The free reflector remedy is meant to restore the required brake-light reflectivity.
What if I bought the Forest River Berkshire used?
The free recall remedy still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2021 Forest River Berkshire is included, then call Forest River customer service or a franchised Forest River dealer with recall 21V219 and Forest River number 40-1315.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V219000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-522-1368 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V219 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V219000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation 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 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →