NHTSA Recall 20V361000: Electrical system: wiring
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 62 vehicles. It affects 2021 Forest River FR3.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V361000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 68-1178 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | June 19, 2020 |
| Owner notification | June 26, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 FR3 recreational vehicles built on a Ford chassis with a V8 engine. The wiring harness may have an incorrect wire connected to the parking brake, allowing the leveling jacks to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is in motion.
Safety risk
If the leveling jacks deploy while the vehicle is in motion, it can cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will correct the wiring harness, free of charge. This recall began June 26, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 68-1178.
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 20V361000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Forest River FR3 | 2021 |
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.