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Vehicle recall · NHTSA · Published May 24, 2019

FOREST RIVER SHASTA (2017) recall — Equipment

Forest River is recalling 2017 Shasta recreational trailers due to a risk of LP gas leaks from improperly installed gas lines that could cause fires. Owners should contact customer service for free repairs.

🇺🇸 NHTSA recall #19V394000VehicleForest River ›
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What happened, in plain English

Forest River is recalling certain 2017 Shasta recreational trailers because the liquid propane gas line may be damaged by road debris, creating a fire risk. This affects owners who bought the trailers between 2017 and 2019. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225883-forest-river-2017-shasta-recreational-trailers-lp-gas-leak-fire.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225883-forest-river-2017-shasta-recreational-trailers-lp-gas-leak-fire · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V394000

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“Forest River 2017 Shasta Recreational Trailers: LP Gas Leak Fire Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225883-forest-river-2017-shasta-recreational-trailers-lp-gas-leak-fire. Based on NHTSA recall #19V394000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V394000).

Why it’s dangerous

The liquid propane gas line may be improperly installed through the wheel-well, allowing road debris kicked up by tires to damage it. This can cause a leak that increases fire risk.

Who’s affected

Owners of 2017-2019 Forest River Shasta recreational trailers are most at risk. The hazard primarily affects trailer owners who drive on roads with significant debris.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for 2017-2019 Forest River Shasta recreational trailers. The recall began June 19, 2019, and applies to trailers with the model number SHT32FE.

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

What to do — step by step

  1. Contact Forest River

    Call 1-574-825-8717 to get free re-routing of the LP gas line.

Official remedy

What NHTSA says to do

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will re-reroute the LP gas line so that road debris cannot damage it, free of charge. The recall began June 19, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8717. Forest River's number for this recall is 53-0995.

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Questions people ask

Why is this recall happening?

The liquid propane gas line may be improperly installed through the wheel-well, allowing road debris to damage it and cause a fire.

How can I check if my trailer is affected?

Check if your trailer is a 2017-2019 Forest River Shasta model with the SHT32FE designation.

What should I do if I own an affected trailer?

Forest River will re-route the LP gas line for free; contact customer service at 1-574-825-8717.

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Contact Forest River

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

Subject: Recall 19V394000 — Forest River Forest River

Hello,

I own a Forest River that is covered by recall 19V394000 from Forest River.

The official recall notice states: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will re-reroute the LP gas line so that road debris cannot damage it, free of charge.  The recall began June 19, 2019.  Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8717.  Forest River's number for this recall is 53-0995.

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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  • Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V394000 (May 24, 2019)
  • 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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