NHTSA Recall 16V728000: Air conditioner (equipment) and electrical system: wiring
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Forest River Flagstaff.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V728000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 10-10062016-0254 |
| Components | EQUIPMENT › APPLIANCE › AIR CONDITIONER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | October 12, 2016 |
| Owner notification | November 1, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Flagstaff and Rockwood trailers equipped with two air conditioners. There is may be excess slack in the wiring harness used in the air conditioner that contains a heating element.
Safety risk
If the wires are not tied back and properly secured away from the heating element, the wires may contact the heating element, melt and short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a remedy kit to constrain the wires, free of charge. The recall began on November 1, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-5164. Forest River's number for this recall is 10-10062016-0254.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V728000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.