2020 Forest River Cherokee Recall: Protective paneling may not have been installed around the distribution…
NHTSA campaign 19V668000 · Electrical System · filed Sep 20, 2019 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Forest River, Inc. (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.
The risk
Damaged distribution panel wiring can increase the risk of electrical shock or fire.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
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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.
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
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Forest River | Cherokee | 2020 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 19V668000 (manufacturer number 17D-1089). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.