NHTSA Recall 18V080000
Filed by Forest River, Inc.. Component: Electrical System. Reported 2018-01-30. An estimated 5 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Georgetown recreational vehicles, models GTA36D7 and GTA34P7. These vehicles have 18 gauge wires connected to a 30 amp circuit breaker.
Risk
18 gauge wires cannot handle the potential amp draw, possibly resulting in the wires melting and increasing the risk of a fire.
What the manufacturer will do
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will connect the 18 gauge wiring to an additional circuit breaker that will be installed, free of charge. The recall began on February 20, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 68-0623.
Manufacturer campaign number: 68-0623
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.