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NHTSA Recall 24V563000: Microwave/vent hood (equipment)

Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 63 vehicles. It affects 2025 Forest River Cherokee.

63
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2024
owners notified (August 7)
NHTSA campaign24V563000
Manufacturer campaign89-1819
ComponentEQUIPMENT › APPLIANCE › MICROWAVE/VENT HOOD
Report receivedJuly 26, 2024
Owner notificationAugust 7, 2024
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025 Cherokee CKT20-0G travel trailers. During installation, an incorrect length screw was used to install the microwave, which allowed the screw to enter the microwave compartment.

Safety risk

The presence of a screw in the microwave compartment can cause electrical arcing, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the microwave as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 89-1819.

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 24V563000

Make and modelModel years
Forest River Cherokee2025

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.