Block heater cable splice connector may corrode
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2019 glaval entourage motorhomes and 2017-2018 berkshire coach ultra motorhomes built on a ford chassis and equipped with an engine block heater. water and contaminants may get into the block heater cable's splice connector causing corrosion and damage to the connector, which can result in an electrical short.
Safety Consequence
Prolonged corrosion of the connector may cause a resistive short, overheating or melting the wiring and increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Forest river has notified owners, and ford dealers will inspect the block heater cable and replace it if damage is found. if no damage is found, the terminal connector will be packed with grease and reconnected. the repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began on february 6, 2019. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-343-5111 or ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. forest river's number for this recall is 51-0940.
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FAQ: Recall 19V048000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V048000?
NHTSA recall 19V048000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on January 22, 2019. It addresses: Block heater cable splice connector may corrode. The recall affects approximately 11 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 19V048000 or the manufacturer campaign number 51-0940. 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.