Entry door may open unexpectedly
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2019 forest river berkshire motorhomes. the affected vehicles have entry doors with latch rods that may be improperly adjusted, allowing the door to open while moving.
Safety Consequence
If the door opens while moving it can increase the risk of injury or a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will readjust the door latch rod, free of charge. the recall began october 9, 2018. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-522-1368. forest river's number for this recall is 40-0853.
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FAQ: Recall 18V623000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V623000?
NHTSA recall 18V623000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on September 13, 2018. It addresses: Entry door may open unexpectedly. The recall affects approximately 56 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 18V623000 or the manufacturer campaign number 40-0853. 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.