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Vehicle recall · NHTSA · Published October 19, 2018

FOREST RIVER IMPRESSION (2019) recall — Exterior Lighting

Forest River is recalling 2019 Impression fifth wheels with side marker lights in incorrect positions, which reduce visibility and risk crashes. Owners should contact customer service for free repairs.

🇺🇸 NHTSA recall #18V733000VehicleForest River ›
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What happened, in plain English

Forest River is recalling 2019 Impression fifth wheels where side marker lights are not in the correct position. This reduces visibility to other drivers and could cause crashes. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1223782-forest-river-2019-impression-fifth-wheels-reduced-visibility-recall.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1223782-forest-river-2019-impression-fifth-wheels-reduced-visibility-recall · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V733000

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“Forest River 2019 Impression Fifth Wheels: Reduced Visibility Recall.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1223782-forest-river-2019-impression-fifth-wheels-reduced-visibility-recall. Based on NHTSA recall #18V733000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V733000).

Why it’s dangerous

The side marker lights are not positioned correctly, making the fifth wheel less visible to other drivers. This could lead to crashes, especially in low-light conditions or when approaching the trailer from behind.

Who’s affected

Owners of 2019 Forest River Primetime Impression fifth wheels with model MPF3000RLS-49 are affected. Trailer drivers and other road users are at risk of crashes due to reduced visibility.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for 2019 Forest River Primetime Impression fifth wheels with model number MPF3000RLS-49. The recall began November 1, 2018, and affects vehicles sold during that time.

  • Brand
    Forest River
  • Category
    Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Contact Customer Service

    Call Forest River at 1-574-862-1025 to schedule a free repair for the side marker lights.

Official remedy

What NHTSA says to do

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will remedy the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-862-1025. Forest River's number for this recall is 49-0891.

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Questions people ask

Why is this recall happening?

The side marker lights are not in the correct position, reducing visibility and failing to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108.

How can I tell if my fifth wheel is affected?

Check for 2019 Forest River Primetime Impression fifth wheels with model number MPF3000RLS-49.

What should I do if I own an affected vehicle?

Contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-862-1025 for a free repair of the side marker lights.

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We’ve drafted a message you can send Forest River to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall 18V733000 — Forest River Forest River

Hello,

I own a Forest River that is covered by recall 18V733000 from Forest River.

The official recall notice states: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will remedy the vehicles, free of charge.  The recall began November 1, 2018.  Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-862-1025.  Forest River's number for this recall is 49-0891.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

  • Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V733000 (October 19, 2018)
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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