FOREST RIVER 2018 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2018 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE
Brand
FOREST RIVER
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2018
Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain 2018 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE vehicles due to steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections issues. Arcing in the presence of power steering fluid leak under high pressure could increase the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Berkshire and Charleston recreational vehicles built on Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) RV chassis. In these vehicles, the power steering hose may be improperly routed causing inadequate clearance between the hose and power stud. As a result, the hose can rub the power stud causing arcing and a power steering fluid leak.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Arcing in the presence of power steering fluid leak under high pressure could increase the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Forest River will notify owners, and FCCC dealers will reroute the power steering hose for proper clearance, free of charge. The recall began on March 22, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-295-2117, or FCCC customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Forest River's number for this recall is 40-01182017-0311.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026