Safety Recall NHTSA · 26V603000 Reported September 21, 2026

Improperly installed engine pre-heat pump

Q: What is recall 26V603000?

NHTSA recall 26V603000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on September 21, 2026. It addresses: Improperly installed engine pre-heat pump. The recall affects approximately 16 vehicles , with the defect involving the Fuel System, Diesel component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Forest River, Inc. · Fuel System, Diesel · 16 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

26V603000

Manufacturer Campaign

40-2097

Manufacturer

Forest River, Inc.

Component

Fuel System, Diesel

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

September 21, 2026

Defect Summary

Forest river, inc (forest river) is recalling certain 2026-2027 dynamax grand sport gt recreational vehicles. The engine pre-heat pump may have been improperly installed, causing the coolant hose to fail.

Safety Consequence

A coolant hose failure can cause the engine to overheat, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will re-pin the wiring harness, re-route the coolant hoses, and replace parts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed october 31, 2026. Owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-522-1583. Forest river's number for this recall is 40-2097.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 26V603000 or campaign 40-2097.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 26V603000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 26V603000?

NHTSA recall 26V603000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on September 21, 2026. It addresses: Improperly installed engine pre-heat pump. The recall affects approximately 16 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Diesel component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V603000 or the manufacturer campaign number 40-2097. 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: 2026-09-28. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.