Recall 16V782000: 2017 Forest River Vibe
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 27, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 115
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Vibe trailers manufactured September 20, 2016, to October 20, 2016. The outside of the kitchen stove may have been connected to a 12V D.C. positive circuit, potentially shocking a user that touches it.
The risk
An energized stove may increase the risk of an electrical shock and injury.
The fix
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the positive wire, free of charge. The recall began on December 20, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-296-2084 extension 105. Forest River's number for this recall is 59-102212016-0260.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2017 Forest River Vibe
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V782000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 59-102212016-0260
- Manufacturer
- Forest River, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Dec 20, 2016
- Components
- Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer (Other / Unknown)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology