Furnace may not be secured in place
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2018 prime time crusader and sanibel recreational trailers. a bracket used to secure the furnace in place may be missing, allowing the furnace to shift, possibly resulting in the fresh air intake and the furnace exhaust tubes being misaligned with the furnace.
Safety Consequence
If the tubes are misaligned, carbon monoxide could enter the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of illness or death. additionally, flames may escape the furnace during start up, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket to secure the furnace, free of charge. the recall began on february 7, 2018. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-862-1025. forest river's number for this recall is 48-0600.
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FAQ: Recall 17V835000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V835000?
NHTSA recall 17V835000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on December 21, 2017. It addresses: Furnace may not be secured in place. The recall affects approximately 170 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V835000 or the manufacturer campaign number 48-0600. 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.