Cooktop flame may become inverted
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2021 coachmen viking and clipper travel trailers. the cooktop may not be isolated properly from the furnace return air, which can cause the flame to become inverted.
Safety Consequence
An inverted flame can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will install a panel and seal it, free of charge. the recall began march 31, 2021. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-269-467-4600. forest river's number for this recall is 121-1305.
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FAQ: Recall 21V172000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V172000?
NHTSA recall 21V172000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on March 12, 2021. It addresses: Cooktop flame may become inverted. The recall affects approximately 86 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 21V172000 or the manufacturer campaign number 121-1305. 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.