Forest River recalls 2027 Pause travel trailers over fireplace placed too close to cabinet
The fireplace in these travel trailers may not have enough space between it and the cabinet, which raises the risk of a fire.
What to do
Dealers will install a spacer between the fireplace and cabinet for free, and owner letters are expected to be mailed December 7, 2026. Owners can call Forest River customer service at 1-574-535-2748 and mention recall number 426-2113.
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Recall details
- Product
- Forest River Pause 2027
- Company
- Forest River, Inc.
- Hazard
- Incorrect fireplace clearance increases the risk of a fire.
- Units
- 3 vehicles
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 28, 2026
- Identifiers
- NHTSA campaign number: 26V715000
- Manufacturer campaign number: 426-2113
- Model years: 2027
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Official notice
The notice's own wording from NHTSA.
- Component
- EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
- Defect
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2027 Pause travel trailers. The fireplace installed may have incorrect clearance from the cabinet.
- Consequence
- Incorrect fireplace clearance increases the risk of a fire.
- Corrective action
- Dealers will install a spacer for proper clearance between the fireplace and cabinet, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 7, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-535-2748. Forest River's number for this recall is 426-2113.
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