2021 Forest River Berkshire Recall: These vehicles may have been manufactured with unsealed 5-AMP and 20-AMP…
NHTSA campaign 21V691000 · Electrical System · filed Sep 3, 2021 · verified Sep 13, 2026
The defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Berkshire recreational vehicles. These vehicles may have been manufactured with unsealed 5-AMP and 20-AMP mini-breakers, which could cause a spark in the battery compartment.
The risk
A spark inside the battery compartment can increase the risk of a fire.
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
Dealers will install sealed mini-breakers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-522-1368. Forest River's number for this recall is 40-1414.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Forest River | Berkshire | 2021 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 21V691000 (manufacturer number 40-1414). Data last verified Sep 13, 2026.