Incorrectly wired circuit causing electrical arc
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain model year 2016 surveyor recreational vehicles, model svf275bhss, manufactured from november 4, 2015, through november 11, 2015. in the affected vehicles, the general circuit receptacle may be incorrectly wired, and as a result, too much current may travel through the receptacle.
Safety Consequence
Too much electrical current can cause an electrical arc, and potentially electrocute the user.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will repair any wiring, breakers, and other items, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on february 19, 2016. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-642-3119 extension 205. forest river's number for this recall is 37-01152016-0131.
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FAQ: Recall 16V062000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V062000?
NHTSA recall 16V062000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on February 3, 2016. It addresses: Incorrectly wired circuit causing electrical arc. The recall affects approximately 12 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V062000 or the manufacturer campaign number 37-01152016-0131. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.