2021 Forest River Berkshire Recall: Brake lights may not adequately reflect light
NHTSA campaign 21V219000 · Exterior Lighting · filed Mar 29, 2021 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Berkshire Class A motorhomes. The brake lights may not adequately reflect light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
Brake lights that do not adequately reflect light, can make it difficult for other drivers to see the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Forest River will notify owners, and will provide a Reflex Reflector for the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-522-1368. Forest River's number for this recall is 40-1315.
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 | Berkshire | 2021 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 21V219000 (manufacturer number 40-1315). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.