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2023-2024 Forest River Riverstone recall: solar panel

Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall on October 18, 2024. It covers about 16 vehicles.

vehicles affected
16
reported
Oct 18, 2024
owners notified
Nov 5, 2024

Equipment: electrical: accessory generator: solar panel

What is wrong
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.
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.

Recall number 24V774000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 24V774000

Is there a recall on the 2023-2024 Forest River Riverstone solar panel?

Yes. Recall 24V774000, reported on October 18, 2024, covers about 16 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 24V774000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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