Recall 23V739 affects 24 2023-2024 Forest River Shockwave, Sandstorm, and Stealth travel trailers for undersized wiring. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 24 2023-2024 Shockwave, Sandstorm, and Stealth travel trailers because the wire from the 50AMP inlet to the transfer switch is the wrong gauge and can melt. That failure raises the risk of a short circuit and fire, and Forest River dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The affected wiring in 2023-2024 Forest River Shockwave, Sandstorm, and Stealth travel trailers carries 110V shore power from the 50AMP inlet into the transfer switch and distribution panel. The transfer switch routes incoming power to the trailer's electrical system, and the distribution panel sends that power to the circuits inside the trailer.
On these trailers, Forest River installed 10-gauge wiring where 6-gauge wiring is required. Gauge is the thickness of the wire, and the installed wire is too small for the electrical load in this part of the system. When the trailer is connected to 50AMP power, the wire can overheat and melt instead of carrying the load safely.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not rely on a smell, flicker, breaker trip, or visible wire damage to decide whether this wiring problem applies.
Who's affected?
Covers the Shockwave, Sandstorm, and Stealth toy hauler lines across the 2023 and 2024 model years, all tied to the same 110V wiring component.
| 2024 Forest River Shockwave | wiring |
|---|---|
| 2023 Forest River Sandstorm | wiring |
| 2024 Forest River Stealth | wiring |
| 2024 Forest River Sandstorm | wiring |
| 2023 Forest River Stealth | wiring |
| Units affected | 24 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific trailer.
What's the safety risk?
A melted wire can cause a short circuit and increase the risk of a fire. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the recall repair soon if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023-2024 Forest River Shockwave, Sandstorm, or Stealth travel trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free wire replacement that swaps the incorrect 10-gauge inlet-to-transfer-switch wire for the correct 6-gauge wire.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 23V739 and Forest River recall 67-1700 when you call.
- Ask the dealer whether to avoid connecting the trailer to power until the wire repair is complete.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-951-357-2327 with questions about scheduling or the free repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician replaces the incorrect 10 gauge wire between the inlet and the transfer switch in the distribution panel with the correct 6 gauge wire. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. If you already paid for a repair within this defect scope, the trailer still needs the recall inspection or repair so Forest River can confirm the correct parts and procedure were used. To request reimbursement, send the service invoice to Forest River's warranty manager at the address listed in the recall notice.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 3, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 20, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 13, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| December 13, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 13, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V739?
Recall 23V739 covers 24 2023-2024 Forest River Shockwave, Sandstorm, and Stealth travel trailers with an incorrect wire gauge between the 50AMP inlet and the transfer switch. The wire can melt and cause a short circuit, raising fire risk. Forest River dealers will replace the 10-gauge wire with 6-gauge wire for free.
What should I do if my 2023-2024 Forest River Shockwave, Sandstorm, or Stealth is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific travel trailer is included in recall 23V739. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the wire replacement. Reference recall number 67-1700 or NHTSA campaign 23V739 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the Forest River recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Forest River dealers will replace the incorrect 10-gauge wire with 6-gauge wire free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included trailers.
What is the safety risk in recall 23V739?
The safety risk is fire from an electrical short circuit. The affected trailers have an incorrect-gauge wire routed from the 50AMP inlet to the transfer switch in the distribution panel. If that wire melts, it can short circuit and raise fire risk.
When did Forest River notify owners about recall 23V739?
Forest River mailed owner notification letters on November 20, 2023. If you bought the trailer used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Shockwave, Sandstorm, or Stealth is included before scheduling dealer service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V739000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-951-357-2327 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V739 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V739000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →