Recall 26V039 affects 247 2026 Forest River Cherokee, Cascade, and Campsite Reserve trailers for unprotected 7-way wiring. Repair is free at franchised Forest River dealers.
Forest River is recalling 247 2026 Cherokee, Cascade, and Campsite Reserve recreational trailers because the 7-way connector wiring lacks over-current protection. A short circuit can increase the risk of a fire, and Forest River dealers will inspect and correct the wiring free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The 12V wiring on 2026 Forest River Cherokee, Cascade, and Campsite Reserve trailers includes the 7-way connector, the plug that carries lighting and charging circuits between the tow vehicle and the trailer. One charge line from that connector runs through a mini breaker. The breaker's job is to interrupt current when the circuit draws too much power, so the wiring does not keep heating.
On affected trailers, the 10-gauge wire from the 7-way connector was connected to the battery side of the mini breaker instead of the protected side. That bypasses the breaker's over-current protection for that line. If the wiring shorts, current can keep flowing through the wire and heat it enough to melt insulation or nearby wiring.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should treat melted insulation, a burning electrical smell, or trailer electrical problems as signs to stop using the trailer and contact a Forest River dealer.
Who's affected?
Covers three Forest River trailer lines from the 2026 model year, all involving the same 12V wiring component.
| 2026 Forest River Cherokee | wiring |
|---|---|
| 2026 Forest River Cascade | wiring |
| 2026 Forest River Campsite Reserve | wiring |
| Units affected | 247 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Without over-current protection, a short circuit can increase the risk of a fire. There is no warning sign before the short circuit, so schedule the wiring correction soon and avoid delaying the service visit. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2026 Forest River Cherokee, Cascade, or Campsite Reserve trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free wiring correction for the 7-way connector, which adds the over-current protection needed to reduce short-circuit fire risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 26V039 when you call.
- Avoid adding electrical load through the 7-way connector until the dealer corrects the wiring.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100 with questions about scheduling or dealer instructions.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician corrects the 7-way connector wiring so the circuit is routed with the required over-current protection. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Forest River used its general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign, so documented out-of-pocket repairs tied to this wiring issue can be reviewed for reimbursement. Bring the repair invoice and payment proof to the service desk, or contact Forest River customer service if the dealer asks you to submit the claim directly.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 23, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 29, 2026 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 4, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| March 4, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V039?
Recall 26V039 covers 247 2026 Forest River Cherokee, Cascade, and Campsite Reserve recreational trailers. The 7-way connector was wired to a breaker without over-current protection. A short circuit can increase the risk of a fire. Forest River dealers will correct the wiring for free.
What should I do if my 2026 Forest River Cherokee, Cascade, or Campsite Reserve is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 26V039. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the wiring correction. Reference recall number 26V039 and Forest River recall number 95-2019 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Forest River dealers will correct the 7-way connector wiring free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for trailers included in recall 26V039.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. Without over-current protection, a short circuit in the 7-way connector wiring can increase the risk of a fire. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer wiring correction before relying on the trailer's electrical connection.
What if I bought this Forest River trailer used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Cherokee, Cascade, or Campsite Reserve is included, then call a Forest River dealer with recall number 26V039 and Forest River recall number 95-2019.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V039000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-260-499-2100 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V039 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V039000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (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 →