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NHTSA Recall 21V141000: Equipment

Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 21 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Forest River Cardinal.

21
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2021
owners notified (March 24)
NHTSA campaign21V141000
Manufacturer campaign15-1302
ComponentEQUIPMENT
Report receivedMarch 5, 2021
Owner notificationMarch 24, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Cardinal CAF345RLX, CAF366DVLE, CAF390FBX and 2021 Wildcat WCF336RLS, WCF368MB vehicles. The furnace flue may become misaligned due to insufficient furnace hold screws that allow movement during travel.

Safety risk

A misaligned furnace flue can allow furnace exhaust to leak into the living space, increasing the risk of injury or death.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will secure the furnace and align the flue, free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-296-7700. Forest River's number for this recall is 15-1302.

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 21V141000

Make and modelModel years
Forest River Cardinal2021
Forest River Wildcat2021

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.