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Vehicle recall · NHTSA · Published March 29, 2021

FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE (2021) recall — Exterior Lighting

Forest River recalls 2021 Berkshire Class A motorhomes with brake lights that don't reflect light well, risking crashes. Owners get free Reflex Reflectors.

🇺🇸 NHTSA recall #21V219000VehicleForest River ›
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What happened, in plain English

Forest River is recalling 2021 Berkshire Class A motorhomes because brake lights don't reflect light enough, making it hard for other drivers to see the vehicle. This could increase crash risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80413-forest-river-2021-berkshire-motorhomes-brake-light-visibility-issue.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80413-forest-river-2021-berkshire-motorhomes-brake-light-visibility-issue · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #21V219000

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“Forest River 2021 Berkshire Motorhomes: Brake Light Visibility Issue.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80413-forest-river-2021-berkshire-motorhomes-brake-light-visibility-issue. Based on NHTSA recall #21V219000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V219000).

Why it’s dangerous

Brake lights that don't reflect light well can make it difficult for other drivers to see the vehicle, especially in low-light conditions. This increases the risk of a crash because the vehicle may not be noticed by following drivers.

Who’s affected

Owners of 2021 Forest River Berkshire Class A motorhomes are affected. Drivers using these vehicles are most at risk due to potential visibility issues.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for 2021 Forest River Berkshire Class A motorhomes. The recall started April 9, 2021, and affects vehicles that don't meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108.

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

What to do — step by step

  1. Contact Forest River

    Call 1-574-522-1368 to get a free Reflex Reflector for the brake lights.

Official remedy

What NHTSA says to do

Forest River will notify owners, and will provide a Reflex Reflector for the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-522-1368. Forest River's number for this recall is 40-1315.

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Questions people ask

Why is this recall happening?

Brake lights on these motorhomes don't reflect light well enough, failing to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108.

How do I know if my motorhome is affected?

Check if you own a 2021 Forest River Berkshire Class A motorhome, as the recall started April 9, 2021.

What should I do if I have this motorhome?

Contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-522-1368 to get a free Reflex Reflector for the brake 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 21V219000 — Forest River Forest River

Hello,

I own a Forest River that is covered by recall 21V219000 from Forest River.

The official recall notice states: Forest River will notify owners, and will provide a Reflex Reflector for the brake lights, free of charge.  The recall began April 9, 2021.  Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-522-1368.  Forest River's number for this recall is 40-1315.

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 #21V219000 (March 29, 2021)
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 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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