Recall 25V149 covers 20 2025 Forest River Aurora travel trailers with exposed air-conditioner wiring that can arc. Repair is free at franchised Forest River dealers.
Forest River is recalling 20 2025 Aurora travel trailers because the air conditioner electrical connector can have exposed wire strands that cause electrical arcing. Electrical arcing increases the risk of a fire, and Forest River dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The air conditioner in the 2025 Forest River Aurora gets household-style power from the trailer's electrical distribution panel. A WAGO connector is the clamp-style electrical connector that joins the power, neutral, and ground wires so current stays contained inside the wiring path.
On affected trailers, the plant used an incorrectly sized connector for the air conditioner circuit. This air conditioner has a heat pump and needs a connector sized for 10AWG wiring. When the connector is not the proper size, strands of wire sit exposed instead of being fully captured. Exposed strands let electricity arc, which means current jumps across a gap instead of staying inside the connector.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not expect a light, sound, or air-conditioner symptom to appear before the connector arcs.
Who's affected?
The listed trailers share the same 24-12 WAGO connector in the 120/240 VAC wiring system.
| 2025 Forest River Aurora | wiring |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 20 |
| 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 your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Electrical arcing raises the risk of a fire. There is no warning sign before the connector problem, so if your VIN is included, schedule the recall repair soon and avoid delaying normal service. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025 Forest River Aurora is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free electrical-connector replacement for the exposed air-conditioner wiring.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. Reference recall number 25V149 and Forest River recall 64-1902 when you call.
- Avoid using the air conditioner until the connector is replaced, because electrical arcing raises the fire risk.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-541-995-3447 if the dealer cannot confirm the repair schedule.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician replaces the electrical connector for the air conditioner. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall, and the dealer still needs to inspect or perform the recall repair even if you already paid for related work. Forest River says refunds are available only for repairs within the scope of this defect. To claim reimbursement, submit the service invoice to Aurora at the address listed in the recall notice.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 7, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 24, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 16, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| April 16, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 16, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V149?
Recall 25V149 covers 20 2025 Forest River Aurora ART26BHS travel trailers with an air-conditioner electrical connector that has exposed wiring strands, which can arc and increase fire risk. Forest River dealers will replace the electrical connector for free.
What should I do if my 2025 Forest River Aurora is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 25V149. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the electrical connector replacement. Reference recall number 25V149 or Forest River recall number 64-1902 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Forest River dealers will replace the affected electrical connector free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included trailers.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is electrical arcing at the air-conditioner electrical connector. Exposed wiring strands can arc, and electrical arcing increases the risk of a fire. If your VIN is included, schedule the free connector replacement with a Forest River dealer.
When did Forest River mail owner letters?
Forest River mailed owner notification letters on March 24, 2025. If you did not receive a letter, check your VIN anyway, especially if you bought the trailer used or changed addresses. You can also call Forest River customer service at 1-541-995-3447.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V149000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-541-995-3447 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V149 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V149000 |
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 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →