Forest river/cooktop
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: trailers and fifth wheel vehicles equipped with an optional exterior cook top. some of the cook tops were constructed with a rubber hose attached directly to the burner manifold. this hose could melt because of the heat from the burners and leak liquid propane gas.
Safety Consequence
This could result in a fire in the cook top.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the gas connection hose with the proper sub assembly.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Forest River, Inc. or involving Equipment.
FAQ: Recall 99V349000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 99V349000?
NHTSA recall 99V349000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on December 14, 1999. It addresses: Forest river/cooktop. The recall affects approximately 459 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 99V349000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.