NHTSA Recall 22V381000: Fuses and circuit breakers (electrical system)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 483 vehicles. It affects 2021–2022 Forest River Berkshire.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V381000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 40-1516 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS |
| Report received | May 27, 2022 |
| Owner notification | July 1, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Forest River Berkshire motorhomes. An incorrect circuit breaker was installed in the vehicle's house distribution subpanel, which prohibits the internal spring retention mechanism from properly contacting the subpanel.
Safety risk
Improper contact of the internal spring retention mechanism can cause excessive heat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install the correct breaker, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-522-1368. Forest River's number for this recall is 40-1516.
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 22V381000
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.