NHTSA Recall 24V774000: Solar panel (equipment) and electrical system: wiring
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 16 vehicles. It affects 2023–2024 Forest River Riverstone.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V774000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 70-1853 |
| Components | EQUIPMENT › ELECTRICAL › ACCESSORY GENERATOR › SOLAR PANEL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | October 18, 2024 |
| Owner notification | November 5, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Riverstone Fifth Wheel trailers. The solar panels may have been incorrectly connected in parallel and instead of in series, causing the wiring to overheat and melt.
Safety risk
Melted wires increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the wiring and replace the cable entry plate and solar controller as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 5, 2024. Owners may call Forest River Customer Service at (260) 593-2425. Forest River's number for this recall is 70-1853.
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 nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 24V774000
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.