FOREST RIVER 2021 FOREST RIVER CARDINAL Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2021 FOREST RIVER CARDINAL
Brand
FOREST RIVER
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2021
Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain 2021 FOREST RIVER CARDINAL vehicles due to equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:furnace issues. If exhaust enters the trailer, it can cause carbon monoxide poisoning, which can increase the risk of injury or death..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Cardinal fifth wheel trailers. The fresh air intake sleeve for the furnace is too short and does not have proper connection of the furnace to the exterior, allowing furnace exhaust to enter the trailer.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If exhaust enters the trailer, it can cause carbon monoxide poisoning, which can increase the risk of injury or death.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct intake sleeve to allow for proper connection on the furnace, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-296-7700. Forest River's number for this recall is 15-1245.
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