Forest River Cardinal (2002) – 10V454000

Defect Description For Recall

Forest River Is Recalling Certain Recreational Vehicles Equipped With Dimplex Electraflame, Symphony, Or Optiflame Branded Electric Fireplaces, Stoves, And Fireplace Inserts. The Plug In Remote Control Receiver For The Fireplace Can Overheat.

Make Of Vehicle

FOREST RIVER

Model Of Vehicle

CARDINAL

Year

2002

Recall Campaign Number

10V454000

Component Description

Equipment

Effect Of Defect

An Overheated Receiver Could Cause A Fire.

Fix Defect

Forest River Is Working With Dimplex And Dimplex Will Provide Owners A Free Replacement Plug-In Remote Control Kit. The Safety Recall Began On January 28, 2011. Owners May Contact Dimplex North America Customer Service At 1-888-346-7539.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Forest River, Inc.

Start Of Manufacture

End Of Manufacture

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

2207

Date Owners Notified

20110128

Initiated By

Odi

Responsible Manufacturer

Forest River, Inc.

Date Report Received

20101001

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard