Forest River is recalling certain 2023 through 2026 Pause travel trailers because an incorrect connector was used to secure the 12-volt solar panel wires. This error leaves a loose wire that increases the risk of a fire. Dealers will fix the issue by installing a new connector at no cost to the owner. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1679828-forest-river-pause-2025-recall-equipment.
“Forest River Pause Trailer Recall: Fire Risk from Loose Wire.” GovInfoNow, updated October 23, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1679828-forest-river-pause-2025-recall-equipment. Based on NHTSA recall #26V686000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V686000).
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced on October 20, 2026, that Forest River is recalling certain Pause travel trailers because a loose wire may increase the risk of a fire. Dealers will install a new connector free of charge.
How to tell if you have it
Forest River Pause, 2023-2026
What to do
Dealers will install a new connector, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 28, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-535-2748. Forest River's number for this recall is 426-2107.
The hazard
A loose wire may increase the risk of a fire, according to the NHTSA.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show Forest River, Inc. has 413 other recalls on record since September 30, 2009. Other recent recalls of similar products include Forest River Campsite Reserve Recall (October 19, 2026), Forest River Cedar Creek Trailer Recall (October 16, 2026), Forest River 2026 Forester Recall (October 5, 2026), Alliance RV Trailer Recall (October 16, 2026), Keystone 2026 Montana RV Recall (March 18, 2026), and Keystone 2024 Voltage Recreational Trailers (November 10, 2025).
How to tell if you have this one
Check if you own a Forest River Pause travel trailer with a model year between 2023 and 2026. Look for the specific solar panel wiring setup mentioned in your owner notification letter or contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-535-2748 to verify if your unit is included.
Brand
Forest River
Category
Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy
What to do — step by step
Wait for Notification
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on November 28, 2026.
Contact Dealer or Manufacturer
Dealers will install a new connector free of charge. You can contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-535-2748 using recall number 426-2107.
Official remedy
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will install a new connector, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 28, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-535-2748. Forest River's number for this recall is 426-2107.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
GovInfoNow listed this recall 3 days after the agency date.
1NHTSA received the defect report
2Added to GovInfoNow
3Owner letters expected (expected, per the notice)
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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