Furnace fresh air intake sleeve too short
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2021 cardinal fifth wheel trailers. the fresh air intake sleeve for the furnace is too short and does not have proper connection of the furnace to the exterior, allowing furnace exhaust to enter the trailer.
Safety Consequence
If exhaust enters the trailer, it can cause carbon monoxide poisoning, which can increase the risk of injury or death.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct intake sleeve to allow for proper connection on the furnace, free of charge. the recall began november 6, 2020. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-296-7700. forest river's number for this recall is 15-1245.
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FAQ: Recall 20V655000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V655000?
NHTSA recall 20V655000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on October 26, 2020. It addresses: Furnace fresh air intake sleeve too short. The recall affects approximately 69 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 20V655000 or the manufacturer campaign number 15-1245. 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.