Battery box incorrectly welded
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2019-2020 rockport work trucks. the battery box installed on these vehicles may be inadequately welded, and could detach.
Safety Consequence
If the battery box detaches, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery box for proper welding, and if necessary install rivets to secure the battery box, free of charge. the recall began december 8, 2020. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-522-7599. forest river's number for this recall is 29-1252.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Forest River, Inc. or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 20V688000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V688000?
NHTSA recall 20V688000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on November 6, 2020. It addresses: Battery box incorrectly welded. The recall affects approximately 94 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 20V688000 or the manufacturer campaign number 29-1252. 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.