Forest River (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020 Cherokee trailers, models CKT16BF-D, CKT16BFH-D, CKT16GR-D and CKT16GRH-D. The protective paneling may not have been installed around the distribution panel, allowing the distribution panel wiring to be exposed in a storage compartment, which can lead to damage to the panel and wiring.
Forest River – Distribution Panel Wiring Can Cause Fire
| Report Received Date | 09/20/2019 |
| NHTSA ID | 19V668000 |
| Consequence Summary | Damaged distribution panel wiring can increase the risk of electrical shock or fire. |
| Corrective Action | Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a divider in the storage compartment to ensure the distribution panel wiring is protected, free of charge. The recall began October 9, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 17D-1089. |
| Recall Code | 17D-1089 |
| Potentially Affected | 53 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V668000) |
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