Inverter allows too much current to 10 gauge wire
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest) is recalling certain 2021 berkshire bea40c-380, bea40e-380, bea45a-450, and bea45ca-450 motorhomes equipped with 3000w inverters. these inverters supply too much current to the 10 gauge romex wire.
Safety Consequence
Overloaded wires may increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 3000w inverter with a 2800w inverter, free of charge. the recall began september 24, 2020. owners may contact forest customer service at 1-754-533-5934. forest's number for this recall is 40-1225.
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FAQ: Recall 20V540000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V540000?
NHTSA recall 20V540000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on September 4, 2020. It addresses: Inverter allows too much current to 10 gauge wire. The recall affects approximately 22 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V540000 or the manufacturer campaign number 40-1225. 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.