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Forest River Freelander Recall 26V503: Missing Breaker Can Leave Wiring Unprotected, Raising Fire Risk

NHTSA campaign 26V503, reported August 3, 2026, 21 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A battery-mounted breaker may not have been installed on some recreational vehicles. Without it, the power feed wire has no overcurrent protection, which increases the risk of a fire.

Authorized dealers will install an overcurrent protection device at no cost to owners. Owner notification letters were mailed August 25, 2026. If you have questions, contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8602 and reference recall number 210-2085. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 26V503Forest River, Inc.
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2027 Leprechaun and Freelander recreational vehicles. A battery posted mounted breaker may not be installed, leaving the power feed wire without overcurrent protection.
Risk
A unprotected power feed wire increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install an overcurrent protection device, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 25, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8602. Forest River's number for this recall is 210-2085.

Affected vehicles

Forest River Freelander2027
Forest River Leprechaun2027