Vehicle recall 26V686000 · October 20, 2026
2023-2026 Forest River Pause
The incorrect connector was used to secure the 12 volt solar panel wires.
Source: NHTSA data as of November 8, 2026. Last refreshed Nov 8, 2026, 6:01 PM UTC.
- Summary
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Pause travel trailers. The incorrect connector was used to secure the 12 volt solar panel wires.
- Consequence
- A loose wire may increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V686000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 20, 2026
- Filed by
- Forest River, Inc.
- Manufacturer campaign
- 426-2107
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 215
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › Wiring; Equipment › Electrical › Accessory generator › Solar panel
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Forest River Pause (2023-2026): 2026, 2025, 2024, 2023
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