NHTSA Recall 21V691000: Fuses and circuit breakers (electrical system) and electrical system
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4 vehicles. It affects 2021 Forest River Berkshire.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V691000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 40-1414 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | September 3, 2021 |
| Owner notification | September 16, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Berkshire recreational vehicles. These vehicles may have been manufactured with unsealed 5-AMP and 20-AMP mini-breakers, which could cause a spark in the battery compartment.
Safety risk
A spark inside the battery compartment can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install sealed mini-breakers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-522-1368. Forest River's number for this recall is 40-1414.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V691000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Forest River Berkshire | 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.