Forest River Recalls 2026 Impression Fifth Wheel Trailers Over Fire Hazard
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Forest River, Inc. is recalling 116 of its 2026 Impression fifth wheel recreational trailers due to exposed wiring conductors that pose a fire risk.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 6, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) has issued a recall for certain 2026 Impression fifth wheel recreational trailers. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the insulation on the vehicle's wiring may have been improperly removed during manufacturing, leaving conductors exposed.
Which Products Are Affected
This recall specifically impacts the following vehicles:
- Make/Model: Forest River Impression
- Model Year: 2026
- Total Units Affected: 116
- NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V130000
- Manufacturer Recall Number: 83-2039
What You Should Do
Owners of the affected trailers are encouraged to contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-327-2716 to discuss the next steps. Dealers will inspect the electrical system and correct the wiring as necessary at no cost to the owner. Notification letters are expected to be sent to owners by April 14, 2026.
Why This Matters
The presence of exposed conductors within the electrical system can lead to electrical arcing. This condition creates a significant hazard as it increases the risk of a fire occurring within the recreational trailer.
Source
Information provided by the NHTSA under Campaign Number 26V130000.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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