2022–2027 Forest River Cardinal, Forest River Cedar Creek, Forest River FR3 +more: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 26V704000 · 6,275 units potentially affected · filed Oct 22, 2026
What's wrong
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022-2027 Cedar Creek, 2023-2027 FR3, 2023-2026 Palomino, 2024 Cardinal, Wildcat, Shasta Oasis, 2024-2026 Forest River Hardside, Palomino Real-Lite Camper, 2026 Puma Tracks, and Puma recreational vehicles and trailers, equipped with certain power seating assemblies. The power cord fuse may not provide adequate circuit protection.
Why it matters
In the event of a short circuit, inadequate protection increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the power cord, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 21, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-535-2748. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-2109.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V704000
- Manufacturer no.
- 51-2109
- Manufacturer
- Forest River, Inc.
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
- Units affected
- 6,275
- Report received
- Oct 22, 2026
- Owner letters
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- Type
- Vehicle
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