Recall 24V137 covers 98 2024 Forest River No Boundaries and Ibex trailers for heater clearance fire risk. Free repair at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 98 2024 No Boundaries and Ibex travel trailers because recessed space heaters were installed too close to the ceiling. Inadequate clearance around the heaters increases the risk of a fire, and Forest River dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Cadet Heater in the 2024 Forest River No Boundaries and Ibex travel trailers is a recessed electric space heater. Its job is to warm the trailer interior while staying mounted with clear air space around the heater box. That clearance matters because the heater produces steady heat near cabinetry and the ceiling panel.
On affected trailers, the heater was installed too close to the ceiling. The problem is the installation, not a failed heater part. Forest River traced the issue to an engineering error: the build followed clearance information that did not account for the vertical space listed on the heater's wall mounted box. With too little space above the heater, heat reaches the ceiling area in a way the heater installation instructions do not allow.
The warning sign is visible above the heater. The ceiling panel can start to discolor, which means the area is getting too hot and the heater needs dealer attention.
Who's affected?
Both models involve a Cadet heater installation issue, not a component failure.
| 2024 Forest River No Boundaries | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
|---|---|
| 2024 Forest River Ibex | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| Units affected | 98 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching 2024 Forest River No Boundaries or Ibex model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
NHTSA campaign 24V137 links inadequate heater clearance to increased fire risk. Ceiling-panel discoloration is the warning sign to watch for. Stop using the heater if discoloration appears, and schedule the recall repair before further heater use. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024 Forest River No Boundaries or Ibex travel trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free heater reinstallation that restores clearance around the recessed space heaters.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 24V137 when you call.
- Avoid using the recessed space heaters until a Forest River dealer completes the repair.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-1612 with questions about scheduling or the covered repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician reinstalls the recessed space heaters so they are positioned correctly away from the ceiling. The recall repair is free, including the heater reinstallation and related labor. If you already paid for a repair tied to this heater installation defect, Forest River says refund requests are limited to repairs within this recall. Keep your service invoice and send it to the Warranty Manager address listed in Forest River's reimbursement instructions.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 23, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 15, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 1, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| April 1, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 1, 2024 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| April 1, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V137?
Recall 24V137 covers 98 2024 Forest River No Boundaries and Ibex travel trailers with recessed space heaters installed too close to the ceiling. The tight clearance increases fire risk. Forest River dealers will reinstall the heaters for free.
What should I do if my 2024 Forest River No Boundaries or Ibex is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your trailer is included in recall 24V137. If it is, contact a Forest River dealer to schedule the heater reinstallation. Reference Forest River recall number 91-174 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Forest River dealers will reinstall the affected recessed space heaters free of charge, with parts and labor covered under recall 24V137.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. The recessed space heaters were installed with inadequate clearance near the ceiling, which increases fire risk inside the travel trailer. If your VIN is included, schedule the free heater reinstallation with a Forest River dealer.
When did Forest River notify owners?
Forest River mailed owner notification letters on March 15, 2024. If you bought the trailer used or never received a letter, check your VIN and call Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-642-1612 or a Forest River dealer with recall number 91-174.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V137000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-642-1612 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V137 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V137000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (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 →