Unsealed mini-breakers may cause fire
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2021 berkshire recreational vehicles. these vehicles may have been manufactured with unsealed 5-amp and 20-amp mini-breakers, which could cause a spark in the battery compartment.
Safety Consequence
A spark inside the battery compartment can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install sealed mini-breakers, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed september 16, 2021. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-522-1368. forest river's number for this recall is 40-1414.
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FAQ: Recall 21V691000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V691000?
NHTSA recall 21V691000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on September 3, 2021. It addresses: Unsealed mini-breakers may cause fire. The recall affects approximately 4 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 21V691000 or the manufacturer campaign number 40-1414. 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.