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NHTSA Recall 26V013000: Electrical system: wiring and solar panel (equipment)

Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 16 vehicles. It affects 2026 Forest River Freelander.

16
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2026
owners notified (January 29)
NHTSA campaign26V013000
Manufacturer campaign210-2013
ComponentsELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING; EQUIPMENT › ELECTRICAL › ACCESSORY GENERATOR › SOLAR PANEL
Report receivedJanuary 16, 2026
Owner notificationJanuary 29, 2026
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2026 Freelander motorhomes. The solar panel wire may have been incorrectly connected to a breaker without over-current protection.

Safety risk

A wire that is not connected to over-current protection increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and correct the wiring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 25, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8602. Forest River's number for this recall is 210-2013.

Vehicles covered by recall 26V013000

Make and modelModel years
Forest River Freelander2026

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.