Battery cable may rub against frame rail
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2016-2017 berkshire vehicles built on freightliner custom chassis xcr chassis. a battery cable mounting bracket may not have been installed correctly, as a result, the improperly routed and clipped battery cable can contact the frame rail, possibly chafing and short circuiting.
Safety Consequence
A battery cable short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Foreest river will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and revise the battery cable mounting bracket and cable routing, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on september 29, 2017. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-800-34-7440 or dtna customer service at 1-800-745-8000. forest river's number for this recall is 40-08032017-0491.
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FAQ: Recall 17V500000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V500000?
NHTSA recall 17V500000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on August 10, 2017. It addresses: Battery cable may rub against frame rail. The recall affects approximately 47 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 17V500000 or the manufacturer campaign number 40-08032017-0491. 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.