CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
- Problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Rockport work trucks. The battery box installed on these vehicles may be inadequately welded, and could detach.
- Risk
- If the battery box detaches, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery box for proper welding, and if necessary install rivets to secure the battery box, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-522-7599. Forest River's number for this recall is 29-1252.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The battery box on these vehicles may not be welded properly, so it could come loose while the vehicle is in use. If the battery box detaches, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Forest River will notify owners. Authorized dealers will inspect the battery box for proper welding and, if needed, install rivets to secure it. The repair is free of charge. Owners can also contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-522-7599 (recall number 29-1252), and should check their VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Forest River Rockport | 20192020 |
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