NHTSA Recall 19V785000: Electrical (equipment) and recreational vehicle/trailer (equipment)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 154 vehicles. It affects 2020 Forest River Cherokee.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V785000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 76-1109 |
| Components | EQUIPMENT › ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER |
| Report received | November 1, 2019 |
| Owner notification | November 19, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020 Cherokee Alpha Wolf Travel Trailers. The wire supplying the 12V power for the refrigerator may have been connected incorrectly to the circuit breaker.
Safety risk
The incorrectly connected wire may not have overcurrent protection, allowing the wire to melt, increasing the risk of fire.
Remedy
Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will correct the wiring, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 76-1109.
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 19V785000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Forest River Cherokee | 2020 |
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.