Forest River Bus, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2023

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 3 safety recalls made by Forest River Bus, LLC in 2023. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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October 30, 2023

(Campaign #: 05-1695)

Compressor May Contact Sway Bar

Forest River Bus, LLC (Forest River Bus) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Starcraft Allstar XL, 2022-2023 Allstar XLT, and 2022 Glaval Concorde II transit buses. The exterior-mounted air conditioning compressor may contact the optional stabilizer/sway bar, possibly causing mount failure and resulting in a loss of power or steering control.

NHTSA ID: 23V726000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 31

Consequence Summary:

A loss of power and/or steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Dealers will inspect the vehicles for the optional sway bar. If equipped, a new compressor mount will be installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River Bus Customer Service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River Bus number for this recall is 05-1695.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 0

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April 7, 2023

(Campaign #: 05-1621)

Improperly Secured Ceiling Panels/FMVSS 221

Forest River Bus, LLC (Forest River Bus) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Starcraft Prodigy school buses. The interior panels on the ceiling may be improperly secured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 221, "School bus body joint strength."

NHTSA ID: 23V254000

Component: STRUCTURE

# of Units Affected: 29

Consequence Summary:

Improperly secured ceiling panels may not adequately protect the passengers in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action:

Dealers will inspect the panels and apply adhesive, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River Bus Customer Service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River Bus number for this recall is 05-1621.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 0

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January 20, 2023

(Campaign #: 42-1594)

Awning May Extend Unintentionally

Forest River Bus, LLC (Forest River Bus) is recalling certain 2021 Berkshire Coach Ultra UL1952 coaches. The retractable awning may extend unintentionally during transit.

NHTSA ID: 23V014000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 17

Consequence Summary:

An awning extending unintentionally during transit may become a distraction or road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Dealers will install additional support for the internal components of the gearbox housing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 27, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River Bus customer service at 1-800-348-7440 or Carefree of Colorado Customer Service Phone Number 1-303-469-3324. Forest River Bus' number for this recall is 42-1594.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 0

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