Forest River, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2016
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 62 safety recalls made by Forest River, Inc. in 2016. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 31, 2016
(Campaign #: 51-12312016-0310)
Rear Door Hinge Welds may be Insufficient
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 XLR Toyhauler and Prime Time Spartan recreational fifth-wheel vehicles manufactured August 21, 2016, to December 12, 2016. The affected vehicles have rear cargo door hinges with welds on the hinge pin and hinge plate that may be insufficient, and as a result, the top of the door may swing down with more force than normal.
NHTSA ID: 16V957000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 366
Consequence Summary:
The hinge pin may separate from the hinge plate, leading the side of the door to shift. This condition could cause the springs to lift off the hinged end of the door and could cause the top of the door to swing down with more force than normal, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ramp door hinge, free of charge. The recall began on February 22, 2017. For more information, XLR owners may call 1-574-642-0432 and Spartan owners may call 1-574-862-1025. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-12312016-0310.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 33.88
December 12, 2016
(Campaign #: 35-12022016-0277)
Brake Transmission Shift Interlock
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Glaval Legacy transit buses manufactured April 5, 2016, to October 5, 2016. The brake transmission shift interlock feature may be inoperable making it possible to shift into a drive gear without first pressing the brake pedal.
NHTSA ID: 16V890000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 6
Consequence Summary:
This condition can result in the vehicle moving unintentionally or rolling away, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners. Allison Transmission Distributors and dealers will update the vehicle's software, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2017. Owners may contact Allison customer service at 1-800-252-5283, or Forest River customer service at 1-574-343-5167. Forest River's number for this recall is 35-12022016-0277.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
December 2, 2016
(Campaign #: 420-11162016-0276)
Incorrect Information on Federal Placard/FMVSS 110
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Puma trailers, models PT38DBS and PT38RLQ, manufactured August 15, 2016, to November 15, 2016. The Federal placards on the affected vehicles have incorrect tire and rim information. The placard incorrectly states a combination of ST225/75R15/D tires needing 65 PSI and a rim designation of 15X6.0JJ, while the vehicle is actually equipped with ST235/80R/16E tires needing 80 PSI and a rim designation of 16X6.0JJ. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 16V866000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 23
Consequence Summary:
If referencing the information that is on Federal placard, the operator could under-inflate the tires causing a reduction of vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect Federal placard with a correct one, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0606. Forest River's number for this recall is 420-11162016-0276.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
November 29, 2016
(Campaign #: 5-11212016-0274)
Instrument Cluster Warning Incorrect/FMVSS 101/105
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 StarTrans PS2 transit buses manufactured April 26, 2016, to October 11, 2016, built on a Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) chassis and equipped with ICU3s instrument clusters and hydraulic brakes. In the event of a brake malfunction, these clusters may illuminate the Brake System Malfunction telltale/indicator lamp with the word "PARK" instead of the word "BRAKE". As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays," and number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."
NHTSA ID: 16V860000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 5
Consequence Summary:
If "PARK" illuminates instead of the word "BRAKE," the driver will be unaware of a braking issue or malfunction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and DTNA will replace the ICU3s instrument clusters with new clusters, free of charge, when new clusters are available. Owners are to be notified of this issue beginning on January 18, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-3112 and DTNA customer service at 1-800-385-4357. Forest River's number for this recall is 5-11212016-0274.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
November 22, 2016
(Campaign #: 45-11122016-0272)
Incorrect Information on Federal Placard/Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 XLR recreational trailers, models XLF413AMP, XLF422AMP, WZXLF422AMP and XLF380AMP, manufactured September 29, 2016, to November 8, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect Federal Placard that does not indicate that the vehicle has a third axle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 16V846000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 5
Consequence Summary:
If the Federal Placard is missing the correct axle information, the operator may overload the trailer, causing a loss of a vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 45-11122016-0272.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
November 15, 2016
(Campaign #: 51-11102016-0271)
Aluminum Ladder Hinge may Separate
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 FR3 motorhomes manufactured September 24, 2014, to May 12, 2016; 2015-2017 Prime Time Spartan toyhaulers manufactured June 10, 2014, to May 31, 2016; 2013-2016 Palomino Columbus toyhaulers manufactured October 4, 2012, to December 4, 2015; and 2015-2016 XLR Thunderbolt and Nitro toyhaulers manufactured May 23, 2014, to November 23, 2016. These vehicles were equipped with certain aluminum, black, ladders manufactured by Christianson Industries. The affected ladders have retractable hinges, each with a welded 'top hat' that can separate from the hinge.
NHTSA ID: 16V828000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 1,104
Consequence Summary:
If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a remedy kit to correct the issue, free of charge. The recall began on January 3, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-11102016-0271.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 32.52
November 8, 2016
(Campaign #: 70-10312016-0263)
Spare Tire Rim Incompatible with Brake Hubs
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Riverstone Legacy fifth wheel recreational trailers manufactured October 7, 2016, to October 18, 2016. The spare tire and rim combination on the affected vehicles may be incompatible with the disk-brake hubs, preventing the rim from mounting flat and flush to the hub face.
NHTSA ID: 16V811000
Component: TIRES
# of Units Affected: 111
Consequence Summary:
If an owner installs the spare wheel that was provided with the trailer, the lug nuts may fail, allowing the wheel to detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spare rim and tire assembly, free of charge. The recall began on December 20, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-367-3269. Forest River's number for this recall is 70-10312016-0263.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 61.26
October 28, 2016
(Campaign #: 6-10252016-0262)
Incorrect Axle Information on Placard/Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Salem recreational trailers, model SMT186RB, manufactured October 13, 2016 through October 21, 2016 and model year 2017 Wildwood recreational trailers, model WDT186RB, manufactured October 7, 2016, through October 21, 2016. The Federal Placard Label and the VIN incorrectly states that the vehicle has two axles, while the vehicle is only equipped with one axle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 16V787000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 92
Consequence Summary:
If the owner follows the information on the Federal Placard Label, the operator may overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners and will provide a corrected Certificate of Origin, Federal Placard and VIN plate for each trailer, free of charge. The recall began on November 22, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-1251. Forest River's number for this recall is 6-10252016-0262.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 77.17
October 27, 2016
(Campaign #: 59-102212016-0260)
Touching Stove my cause Shock
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Vibe trailers manufactured September 20, 2016, to October 20, 2016. The outside of the kitchen stove may have been connected to a 12V D.C. positive circuit, potentially shocking a user that touches it.
NHTSA ID: 16V782000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 115
Consequence Summary:
An energized stove may increase the risk of an electrical shock and injury.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the positive wire, free of charge. The recall began on December 20, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-296-2084 extension 105. Forest River's number for this recall is 59-102212016-0260.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 66.96
October 26, 2016
(Campaign #: 29-10212016-0261)
Stowage of Ramp may cause Engine Stall
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Rockport cargo box trucks and work trucks manufactured December 8, 2015, to May 31, 2016 and built on GM chassis. Cycling the rear ramp in and out may cause the electrical connections on the fuel sending unit to be damaged, resulting in a loss of fuel pressure.
NHTSA ID: 16V780000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 22
Consequence Summary:
A loss of fuel pressure will result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will reinstall the loading ramp structure to give sufficient clearance, free of charge. The recall began on November 29, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-522-7599. Forest River's number for this recall is 29-10212016-0261.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 31.82
October 24, 2016
(Campaign #: 55-10162016-0257)
Carbon Monoxide Leak from Missing Cable Tie
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Dynamax Isata motorhomes, models ISC24FWM, ISC24RWM, ISC35DBD and ISC36DSD, manufactured May 19, 2016, to October 19, 2016. The affected vehicles may be missing a securing cable tie on the rubber grommet for the copper liquid propane (L.P.) gas line, allowing liquid propane to enter the cabin.
NHTSA ID: 16V774000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 156
Consequence Summary:
If the rubber grommet is not properly sealed and secured, there is an increased risk of propane leak and a fire.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the grommet and install a cable tie, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 21, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-262-3474 extension 203. Forest River's number for this recall is 55-10162016-0257.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 60.26
October 20, 2016
(Campaign #: 20-10112016-0255)
Mislabeled Axle Capacity
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Cedar Creek recreational trailers manufactured September 8, 2016, to September 19, 2016. The axles installed on these vehicles were incorrectly identified as having a 7,000 pound capacity when they were only rated and designed to carry up to 6,000 pounds.
NHTSA ID: 16V762000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 8
Consequence Summary:
The owner of a vehicle with the incorrect axles could unknowingly overload the vehicle, possibly resulting in a loss of control or reduced braking distance, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
All affected vehicles have been captured at the dealer level and are being repaired prior to sale. Therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. Dealers will replace the axles that are rated for a 7,000lb capacity. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-593-4000 extension 20209. Forest River's number for this recall is 20-10112016-0255.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
October 18, 2016
(Campaign #: 51-10022016-0252)
Instrument Cluster Warning Incorrect/FMVSS 101/105
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 StarTrans P/S2 transit buses manufactured January 19, 2016, to May 2, 2016, and model year 2016-2017 Glaval Legacy transit buses manufactured November 9, 2015, to August 4, 2016, equipped with ICU3 instrument clusters and hydraulic brakes. In the event of a brake malfunction, these clusters may illuminate the Brake System Malfunction telltale/indicator lamp with the word "PARK" instead of the word "BRAKE". As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays," and number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."
NHTSA ID: 16V749000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 63
Consequence Summary:
If the word "PARK" illuminates instead of the word "BRAKE," the driver may be unaware of a braking issue or malfunction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) authorized service facilities will replace the ICU3 dash instrument clusters, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on November 23, 2016. Owners may contact StarTrans customer service at 1-574-642-3112, Glaval customer service at 1-574-343-5167, or DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-10022016-0252.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
October 18, 2016
(Campaign #: 37-10132016-0256)
Incorrect Federal Tire Placard/FMVSS 110
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Surveyor recreational vehicles, model ORSVT247BHDS, manufactured August 10, 2016, to September 13, 2016. The Federal Placard installed on the vehicles indicate an incorrect tire and rim combination. The Federal Placard states that the trailer is equipped with ST225/75R15D tires with 65 PSI and a rim designation of 15X6.0JJ, when actually they have ST205/75R14C tires with 50 PSI and a rim designation of 14X5.5JJ. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 16V751000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 149
Consequence Summary:
The operator may over-inflate the tire based on the information printed on the Federal Placard. Overinflating a tire may lead to pre-mature tire degradation, a tire blowout, or reduced handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners and dealers and will provide a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-3119 extension 205. Forest River's number for this recall is 37-10132016-0256.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
October 12, 2016
(Campaign #: 225-10062016-0253)
Incorrect Information on Federal Placard/Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Coachmen Galleria recreational vehicles, manufactured October 27, 2015, through August 31, 2016. The affected vehicles have an incorrect Cargo Carrying Capacity Federal placard indicating two seat-belted locations when the vehicle has up to five additional designated seating areas, causing the cargo capacity listed to be inaccurate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 16V732000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 207
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect cargo capacity information may result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will adhere a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8628. Forest River's number for this recall is 225-10062016-0253.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
October 12, 2016
(Campaign #: 10-10062016-0254)
Wiring Harness may Rub and Short
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Flagstaff and Rockwood trailers equipped with two air conditioners. There is may be excess slack in the wiring harness used in the air conditioner that contains a heating element.
NHTSA ID: 16V728000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 5
Consequence Summary:
If the wires are not tied back and properly secured away from the heating element, the wires may contact the heating element, melt and short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a remedy kit to constrain the wires, free of charge. The recall began on November 1, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-5164. Forest River's number for this recall is 10-10062016-0254.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 80
September 26, 2016
(Campaign #: 29-09202016-0250)
Insufficient Strength of Roller Chain on Lift Gate
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Forest River Rockport delivery vehicles, models RPAF1270 and RPAA1270, manufactured November 24, 2014, to August 28, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with Thieman Tailgates-brand TVL 12/16 series lift gates supported with roller chains that may fail.
NHTSA ID: 16V693000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 45
Consequence Summary:
If the roller chain fails, the lift gate may fall unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and Thieman Lift Gate distributors will repair the lift gate, free of charge. The recall began on November 11, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-888-711-1600, or Thieman customer service at 1-800-524-5210 extension 104. Forest River's number for this recall is 29-09202016-0250.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
September 21, 2016
(Campaign #: 24-09142016-0244)
Drawbar and Coupler may Fracture
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Amera-Lite cargo trailers, models ALDD610SA, ALDR610SA, ALDD612SA and ALDR612SA, manufactured February 11, 2016, to May 11, 2016. The thickness of the steel tubes used to manufacture the trailer's drawbars may be insufficient for the vehicle's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).
NHTSA ID: 16V682000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 45
Consequence Summary:
The drawbars can fracture and fail during operation, potentially resulting in a loss of control or the trailer detaching from the tow vehicle. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drawbars, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-848-9216. Forest River's number for this recall is 24-09142016-0244.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 51.11
September 16, 2016
(Campaign #: 27-09082016-0243)
Incorrect Tire/Rim Information on Label/FMVSS 110
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Salem and Wildwood recreational trailers manufactured August 9, 2016, to September 6, 2016. The Federal Placard on the affected vehicles incorrectly lists the tire and rim combination. The placard states ST225/75R15 Load Range C tires with an inflation pressure of 50PSI and a rim size of 15X6.0JJ, however, the trailer is equipped with ST225/75R15 Load Range D tires that have an inflation pressure of 65PSI, installed on 15X6.0JJ rims. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 16V673000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 178
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect tire information on the Federal Label may result in the operator under-inflating the tires. An underinflated tire may cause sudden tire failure, or poor handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on October 27, 2016. Salem owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-1251. Wildwood owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-533-2165. Forest River's number for this recall is 27-09082016-0243.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
September 13, 2016
(Campaign #: 37-09082016-0242)
Incorrect Information on Federal Placard/FMVSS 110
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Surveyor recreational trailers, model SVT226RLDS, manufactured October 9, 2015, to March 16, 2016. These vehicles may be equipped with tires and rims that do not match the information listed on the Federal Placard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 16V655000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 39
Consequence Summary:
The operator may over-inflate the tires based on the information printed on the Federal Placard, possibly resulting in sudden tire failure, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners will provide them with a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on September 30, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-3119 extension 205. Forest River's number for this recall is 37-09082016-0242.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
September 7, 2016
(Campaign #: 120-08302016-0240)
Roof May Fall Due to Missing Wire Clip
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Coachmen Viking recreational trailers manufactured May 31, 2016, to August 23, 2016. The affected vehicles may be missing wire clip that retains the gas lift roof struts to the mounting bracket.
NHTSA ID: 16V645000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 109
Consequence Summary:
Without the wire retaining clip, the roof lifting strut could detach from the mounting bracket, allowing one side of the roof to drop down quickly, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a wire clip to secure the strut, free of charge. The recall began on September 29, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-269-467-8281. Forest River's number for this recall is 120-08302016-0240.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 49.54
August 3, 2016
(Campaign #: 17C-07292016-0234)
Tire may Contact Wheel Well or Bottom of Trailer
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Cherokee recreational trailers, models CCKT16BHS, CCKT16FQ and CCKT17CJ, manufactured April 15, 2016, to July 28, 2016. The affected vehicles may have insufficient clearance between the bottom of the trailer and the top of the tire and, during use, the tire may make contact, possibly damaging the tire.
NHTSA ID: 16V579000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 230
Consequence Summary:
A damaged tire may unexpectedly deflate, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a bolt on lift kit, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-593-4005. Forest River's number for this recall is 17C-07292016-0234.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 56.96
July 26, 2016
(Campaign #: 37-07222016-0231)
Bus Frame May Crack Causing Loss of Control
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Glaval Titan II Low Floor CNG transit buses manufactured December 30, 2014, to March 7, 2016. The affected buses may have frames that may crack
NHTSA ID: 16V558000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 39
Consequence Summary:
A cracked frame may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Spartan will notify owners on behalf of Forest River, and Spartan dealers will weld any cracked frame as an interim fix. For the final remedy, the dealers will add reinforcements to both chassis rails, free of charge. The recall began on September 12, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Forest River's number for this recall is 37-07222016-0231.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
July 25, 2016
(Campaign #: 51-07152016-0225)
Shower Curtains may be Flammable/FMVSS 302
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Dynamax and Coachmen Pursuit recreational vehicles and 2016-2017 Freelander and Orion recreational vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with shower curtains that may not adequately resist catching fire in the presence of an ignition source. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 302, "Flammability of Interior Materials."
NHTSA ID: 16V552000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 1,330
Consequence Summary:
A flammable shower curtain may further fuel a fire, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shower curtains with curtains made with fire retardant, free of charge. The recall began on September 12, 2016. Owners may contact Dynamax customer service at 1-574-262-3474, Pursuit customer service at 1-574-825-8305 (east of the Mississippi) or 1-574-825-8317 (west of the Mississippi) and Freelander or Orion customer service at 1-574-825-8602. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-07152016-0225.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 36.99
July 22, 2016
(Campaign #: 10-07192016-0230)
Incorrect Tire PSI on Federal Placard/FMVSS 110
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Rockwood and Flagstaff trailers manufactured July 8, 2016, to July 11, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with a Federal Placard that incorrectly indicates that the ST225/75R15D tires have a recommended pressure of 50 PSI. These tires should be maintained at 65PSI. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 16V549000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 4
Consequence Summary:
If the tires are run at a low pressure, they may overheat and fail, possibly causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will provide a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on September 18, 2015. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2640. Forest River's number for this recall is 10-07192016-0230.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
July 22, 2016
(Campaign #: 220-07192016-0229)
Slideroom Driveshaft may Contact Tires
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Coachmen Freedom Express recreational vehicles, models FET28SE, FET282BHDS, FET282BHDSLE, FET281RLDS, FET281RLDSLE, FET29SE, FET292BHDS and FET292BHDSLE, manufactured May 16, 2016, to July 19, 2016. These vehicles may have insufficient space between the slideroom driveshaft and the driver's side tires, causing the tires to rub.
NHTSA ID: 16V550000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 132
Consequence Summary:
If the driveshaft rubs against the tires, tire failure may result, possibly causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began on August 25, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8205. Forest River's number for this recall is 220-07192016-0229.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 47.73
July 22, 2016
(Campaign #: 37-07142016-0224)
Federal Placard says Trailer is a Bus/Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Surveyor recreational trailers, model SVT226RLDS, manufactured October 9, 2015, to June 9, 2016. The affected vehicles have a Federal Placard that incorrectly classifies the vehicle as a school bus. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 16V547000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 72
Consequence Summary:
If the vehicle is misclassified on the label, it can cause the vehicle to be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect Federal Placard with a corrected placard, free of charge. The recall began on September 12, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River's number for this recall is 37-07142016-0224.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
July 5, 2016
(Campaign #: 210-06282016-0216)
Trailer Brake Lights may not Illuminate/FMVSS 108
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Forest River Orion recreational vehicles manufactured January 1, 2014, to June 30, 2016; 2014 Rockport work and delivery trucks manufactured on January 29, 2016; and 2015-2017 Forest River Rev recreational vehicles manufactured December 10, 2014, to June 30, 2016. These vehicles are built on a Chrysler RAM ProMaster chassis and are equipped with a Trailer Tow Lighting Control Module that may have a software error which can prevent illumination of the trailer brake lights during brake actuation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 16V500000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 214
Consequence Summary:
Trailer brake lights that are inoperative can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and RAM dealers will replace the Trailer Tow Light Control Module, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440, or RAM customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Forest River's number for this recall is 210-06282016-0216.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
June 28, 2016
(Campaign #: 40-06202016-0214)
Engine Brake may not Activate
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Charleston vehicles manufactured September 16, 2013, to December 10, 2015 and assembled on a Freightliner chassis built by Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA). The throttle pedal position sensor on the affected vehicles may not return to zero, causing the engine brake to suddenly not activate as expected, reducing the vehicle's deceleration ability.
NHTSA ID: 16V472000
Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
# of Units Affected: 138
Consequence Summary:
A sudden loss of an engine brake without warning on a motorhome may lead to a reduced brake capacity, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks North America dealers will replace the pedal, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2016. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks Customer Service Department at 1-800-547-0712 or by E-mail at DTNA.Warranty.Campaigns@Daimler.com. Forest River's number for this recall is 40-06202016-0214.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
June 27, 2016
(Campaign #: 51-06012016-0206)
Rear Light Failure due to Water Intrusion
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Forester motorhomes manufactured June 10, 2014, to May 25, 2016, Sunseeker motorhomes manufactured April 4, 2014, to May 25, 2016, 2015-2016 Solera motorhomes manufactured February 28, 2014, to September 17, 2015, and 2016 Isata motorhomes manufactured October 30, 2015, to May 26, 2016. Water may leak into the electrical module that controls the vehicle taillights, brake lights, turn signal lights, clearance lights and marker lights, making the lights inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 16V465000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 1,999
Consequence Summary:
If the rear brake lights fail to illuminate, following motorists may not realize that the vehicle in front of them is stopping. Inoperative taillights, clearance lights and marker lights will make the vehicle less visible to others. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. An interim notice was sent to owners on August 16, 2016. The recall began on December 8, 2016. Forester, Solera, and Sunseeker owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Isata customers should call 1-574-262-3474. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-06012016-0206.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 72.64
June 27, 2016
(Campaign #: 61-03032016-0211)
Incorrect Axle Information on Placard/Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Spartan Toyhaulers, model STF3712X, manufactured March 31, 2016, to June 17, 2016. The Federal Certification Label incorrectly states that the vehicle has a third axle with two extra tires, however, the vehicle is only equipped with two axles and four tires. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 16V466000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 11
Consequence Summary:
If the owner follows the information on the Federal Placard Label, the operator may overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install corrected Federal Placards, free of charge. The recall began on July 27, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-862-3033. Forest River's number for this recall is 61-03032016-0211.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
June 22, 2016
(Campaign #: 45-06102016-0208)
Improperly Seated Bolt
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 XLR toyhaulers manufactured August 28, 2012, to November 5, 2015. These vehicles may have an axle equalizer knurled bolt (axle shackle locating bolt) that may not be properly seated in the chassis axle hanger.
NHTSA ID: 16V457000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 2,224
Consequence Summary:
If the equalizer knurled bolt is not installed properly, the bolt may not properly secure the axle, allowing it to shift and result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace any equalizer knurled bolts and nuts that were improperly installed, free of charge. The recall began on August 16, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0431. Forest River's number for this recall is 45-06102016-0208.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 26.53
June 21, 2016
(Campaign #: 51-05312016-0205)
Propane may Leak from Cracked Regulator Window
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Flagstaff recreational trailers manufactured August 11, 2015, through October 27, 2015, and Work N' Play recreational trailers manufactured from October 25, 2015, through May 6, 2016. The MB Sturgis liquid propane (LP) regulator on these vehicles may allow propane gas to leak into the regulator sight glass causing it to degrade and potentially crack.
NHTSA ID: 16V450000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 175
Consequence Summary:
If the indicator sight glass cracks, propane gas may leak out. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occure.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners. A remedy plan has not been determined. The recall began on August 1, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-888-291-6665. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-05312016-0205.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
June 9, 2016
(Campaign #: 15-05312016-0204)
Vehicle may Exceed GVWR due to Extra Seat Belts
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Georgetown motorhomes manufactured May 17, 2016, through May 9, 2016. These vehicles were accidentally equipped with two seat belt assemblies on the rear-facing dinette seat, allowing the vehicle to transport up to eight passengers instead of six passengers as the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) was based on.
NHTSA ID: 16V419000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 9
Consequence Summary:
With the extra passengers, the GVWR may be exceeded and the vehicle may be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will remove the extra seat belt assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 15-05312016-0204.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 44.44
June 8, 2016
(Campaign #: 35-06022016-0207)
Possible Steering Loss Due to Wrong Spacer
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2015 Glaval Synergy transit buses manufactured March 23, 2015, to April 29, 2015. The affected vehicles are built on a Freightliner Custom Chassis and have steering boxes that were manufactured using incorrect internal spacers, resulting in premature wear in the connection between the steering wheel and the front axle.
NHTSA ID: 16V411000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 2
Consequence Summary:
The steering wheel's connection to the front axle could fail resulting in a sudden loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will inspect and replace the steering box, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2016. Note: Owners are urged not to drive their vehicles until they have been inspected. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-262-2212 or Freightliner customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Forest River's number for this recall is 35-06022016-0207.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: Yes
June 1, 2016
(Campaign #: 51-05132016-0197)
Wheel Chair Lift Platform Cracking/Big Pivot Holes
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Glaval Universal, Primetime, Sport, Titan, Titan II, Entourage, Legacy transit buses manufactured January 1, 2006, to April 29, 2016, 2015-2016 Elkhart ECE3, ECE4, ECG4 transit buses manufactured October 24, 2014, to September 9, 2015, and 2006-2016 Starcraft Bus Allstar, Allstar XL, Starlite, Quest, Quest XL, and StarTrans Senator II, Senator II HD, and PS/2 vehicles manufactured January 1, 2006, to April 29, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts by Ricon. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack. Additionally, the lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.
NHTSA ID: 16V386000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 406
Consequence Summary:
If the platform side plates crack or the platform mounting fails from out-of-position bearings, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the vehicle's doors are opened, the platform may fall onto the lift operator, increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and Ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River's customer service at 1-800-348-7440, or Ricon customer service at 1-818-267-3000. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-05132016-0197.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 3.94
May 27, 2016
(Campaign #: 35-05242016-0200)
Parking Brake Cable Connector Clip May Fail
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Glaval Concorde and Concorde II transit buses manufactured December 30, 2015, to May 13, 2016 and built on Ford chassis. The clip that connects the hand operated parking brake actuator cable to the intermediate parking brake cable may fail.
NHTSA ID: 16V377000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 6
Consequence Summary:
If the parking brake cable connector clip fails, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and Ford dealers will replace the parking brake cable connector clip, free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Forest River's number for this recall is 35-05242016-0200.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
May 25, 2016
(Campaign #: 67-05192016-0199)
Incorrect Load Range Tires Installed/FMVSS 110
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Stealth Evo recreational vehicle trailers, models CSJT280RKS and CSJT290QBS, manufactured January 7, 2016, to March 18, 2016. The affected vehicles may have had tires of the wrong load range installed which may result in premature tire failure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims and Motor Home/Recreation Vehicle Trailer Load Carrying Capacity Information for Motor Vehicles with a GVWR of 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds) or less."
NHTSA ID: 16V360000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 68
Consequence Summary:
Unexpected tire failure increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will supply new correct tires and rims, free of charge. The recall began on July 18, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-909-873-3777 extension 52. Forest River's number for this recall is 67-05192016-0199.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 41.18
May 23, 2016
(Campaign #: 34-05052016-0184)
Shower Door Flammability/FMVSS 302
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Forester and Sunseeker recreational vehicles manufactured from February 29, 2016, through April 20, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with a shower door that may not meet the flammability standards. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 302, "Flammability of Interior Materials."
NHTSA ID: 16V336000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 13
Consequence Summary:
Failure to meet the flammability standard of FMVSS 302 could enhance the spread of a flame in the event of a fire, increasing the risk serious injury.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shower doors, free of charge. The recall began on July 11, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 34-05052016-0184.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 69.23
May 20, 2016
(Campaign #: 40-05132016-0196)
Trailer Brakes may Remain Activated
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Charleston Class A motorhomes manufactured from September 16, 2013, through September 25, 2016, and built on certain Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) chassis. On certain motorhome chassis built with a heavier, adjustable foot pedal, the brake activation signal to certain towed devices may not deactivate when the motorhome service brakes are released.
NHTSA ID: 16V330000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 147
Consequence Summary:
If the brake activation signal to a towed device remains active when the motorhome chassis service brakes are released, the brakes on a towed device may remain engaged. As a result, the brakes could drag and overheat potentially resulting in a fire. Additionally, following drivers may be confused by the motorhome's actions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will modify the affected brake assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on June 23, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Forest River's number for this recall is 40-05132016-0196.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
May 11, 2016
(Campaign #: 40-05032016-0183)
Front Sway Bar May Detach
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Berkshire manufactured May 29, 2015, to April 26, 2016, and 2016 Coachmen Cross Country recreational vehicles manufactured April 30, 2015, to December 14, 2015 and built on Daimler Trucks chassis. The front sway bar mounting brackets may not fit properly on the axle causing the mounting bolts to bend or loosen.
NHTSA ID: 16V285000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 62
Consequence Summary:
If the sway bar bolts loosen, the sway bar may detach from the axle, affecting the handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks dealers will modify the mounting of the sway bar, free of charge. The recall began on June 30, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Forest River's number for this recall is 40-05032016-0183.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
May 3, 2016
(Campaign #: 51-04262016-0182)
Driver's Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 Solera, and Coachmen Prism vehicles, built on Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter chassis. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
NHTSA ID: 16V267000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 77
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and either Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Interim notices were sent on June 23, 2016. A second notice will be sent when remedy parts are available. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-877-496-3691 or may call the Sprinter/Takata hotline at 1-877-496-3691. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-04262016-0182.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
April 29, 2016
(Campaign #: 15-04172016-0179)
Incorrect Information on Federal Placard/FMVSS 110
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Cardinal recreational vehicles, models CAF3455RL, CAF3825FL and CAF3850RL, manufactured from November 20, 2015, through April 1, 2016. These vehicles may be equipped with a Federal Placard that indicates an incorrect tire and rim combination. The placard states the tire and rim combination is ST235/80R16 LRE Tires with 80 PSI and a rim designation of 16X6.00JJ, when the actual combination on the vehicle is LT235/85T16 LRG Tires with 110 PSI and a rim designation of 16X6.00HD. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 16V258000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 38
Consequence Summary:
If the operator inflates the tires to the PSI indicated on the label, the tires will be operated while being under-inflated causing pre-mature wear and a possible tire blow out, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and provide a new corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on, or about, June 23, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 15-04172016-0179.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
April 22, 2016
(Campaign #: 49-04172016-0178)
Incorrect Information on Federal Placard/Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Prime Time Crusader trailers, model CSF370BHQ, manufactured August 26, 2014, to March 3, 2016. The Federal Placard on the affected trailers incorrectly indicates the Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC) as 800-900 pounds, when the correct CCC is 2700 to 2800 pounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 16V237000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 159
Consequence Summary:
The vehicle operator does not have accurate information regarding the vehicle's Cargo Carrying Capacity as currently indicated on the Federal Placard.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-862-1025. Forest River's number for this recall is 49-04172016-0178.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
April 20, 2016
(Campaign #: 5-04162016-0175)
Seat May Separate From the Base Frame
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 StarTrans Senator II transit buses manufactured March 18, 2016, to March 21, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with seats that may separate from the base frame due to bolt failure.
NHTSA ID: 16V226000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 2
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash, the seat can separate from the base frame, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seats free of charge. The recall began on June 7, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-262-2212. Forest River's number for this recall is 5-04162016-0175.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 0
April 20, 2016
(Campaign #: 5-04162016-0174)
Seat May Separate From the Base Frame
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Starcraft Prodigy and Quest school buses manufactured January 29, 2016, to February 25, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with seats that may separate from the base frame due to bolt failure.
NHTSA ID: 16V227000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 7
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash, the seat can separate from the base frame, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seats free of charge. The recall began on June 7, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-262-2212. Forest River's number for this recall is 5-04162016-0174.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 28.57
April 19, 2016
(Campaign #: 35-04162016-0173)
Seat May Separate From the Base Frame
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Glaval Entourage and Universal transit buses manufactured from February 26, 2016, through March 3, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with seats that may separate from the base frame due to bolt failure.
NHTSA ID: 16V225000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 5
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash, the seat can separate from the base frame, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners and dealers will replace the seats free of charge. The recall began on June 7, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-262-2212. Forest River's number for this recall is 35-04162016-0173.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
April 19, 2016
(Campaign #: 42-04162016-0177)
Seat May Separate From the Base Frame
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Elkhart ECE4 transit buses manufactured January 13, 2016, to January 26, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with seats that may separate from the base frame due to bolt failure.
NHTSA ID: 16V224000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 10
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash, the seat can separate from the base frame, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners and dealers will replace the seats free of charge. The recall began June 14, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-264-5179. Forest River's number for this recall is 42-04162016-0177.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 0
April 14, 2016
(Campaign #: 35-04112016-0168)
Exit Window Labels Incorrect Placement/FMVSS 217
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2008-2016 Glaval Bus Apollo, Concorde II, Entourage, Legacy, Primetime, Sport, Titan, Titan II, and Titan II Low Floor transit buses manufactured from August 1, 2008, through March 6, 2016. The labels on the rear emergency exit window are not located within 16 centimeters of the release mechanisms as required. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
NHTSA ID: 16V217000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 1,860
Consequence Summary:
If the label is not located the correct distance from the mechanism, it may hinder an occupant's ability to open the emergency window and escape from the vehicle quickly in the event of an emergency.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and provide a new label along with instructions for the correct placement of the label on the window. The label and instructions will be provided free of charge. The recall began on June 9, 2016. Owners may contact Glaval Bus customer service at 1-574-642-3112. Forest River's number for this campaign is 35-04112016-0168.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 1.34
April 14, 2016
(Campaign #: 53-04112016-0170)
Dinette Table May Fall Due to Inadequate Support
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Shasta Airflyte 16 foot and 19 foot recreational vehicles manufactured from April 28, 2015, through May 14, 2015. The dinette table on the affected vehicles may not have adequate support when lowered on its supporting leg.
NHTSA ID: 16V218000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 1,736
Consequence Summary:
Without adequate support, the dinette table may fall between the dinette benches without warning, possibly resulting in injury.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install two new support legs, free of charge. The recall began on June 9, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-821-1314. Forest River's recall number for this campaign is 53-04112016-0170.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 47.98
April 11, 2016
(Campaign #: 29-04062016-0166)
Vehicle may not have TPMS/FMVSS 138
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2015 and 2016 Rockport vehicles, models RPAF1466N, RPAF14FX and RPGSA92-12, manufactured from January 30, 2015, through February 24, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been manufactured without a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
NHTSA ID: 16V205000
Component: TIRES
# of Units Affected: 27
Consequence Summary:
Without the TPMS, the driver would not be alerted one or more of the vehicle's tires is under-inflated. An under-inflated tire may result in tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Because the manufacturer of the chassis is General Motors LLC (GM), GM will notify owners, and GM dealers will install the correct hardware and software for the TPMS, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-295-1022 or GM customer service at 1-800-462-8782.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
March 30, 2016
(Campaign #: 420-06092015-0050)
Tire may Contact the Wheel Well
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2008-2016 Puma recreational trailers and toy haulers, models PT20RDC, PT21FBC, PT22RBC, PT26RLC, PT26FBSC, PT21TUC, PT27RBSC, PT25FBC, PT22RB, PTH21TFU, PTH24THS, PTH25TFS, PTH27SBU, PTH27RLSS, PTH25TFQ, and PTH21TFB manufactured from June 25, 2007, through March 23, 2016. When the trailer hits a bump, the tire(s) may contact the floor or wheel well and result in tire damage.
NHTSA ID: 16V179000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 2,639
Consequence Summary:
A damaged tire could deflate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a lift kit to add additional clearance to the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on May 11, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0607. Forest River's recall number for this campaign is 420-06092015-0050.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 32.44
March 29, 2016
(Campaign #: 420-06092015-0050SA)
Tire may Contact the Wheel Well
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Puma recreational trailers, models T12RBC, T15UDC, T17QBC, and T18FBC, manufactured from January 1, 2013, through March 1, 2016. When the trailer hits a bump, the tire(s) may contact the floor or wheel well and result in tire damage.
NHTSA ID: 16V175000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 577
Consequence Summary:
A damaged tire could deflate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a lift kit to add additional clearance to the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on May 11, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0607. Forest River's recall number for this campaign is 420-06092015-0050SA.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 46.62
March 29, 2016
(Campaign #: 15-03232016-0151)
Missing Secondary Egress Window
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Georgetown recreational vehicles, model GTA369XLF, manufactured from December 8, 2014, through March 22, 2016. A vented window was installed in the rear wall of the vehicle instead of a secondary egress window.
NHTSA ID: 16V176000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 133
Consequence Summary:
Without a secondary egress window, occupants may be trapped in the event of an emergency, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will remove the vented window and install an egress window, free of charge. The recall began on May 10, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 15-03232016-0151.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 48.87
March 22, 2016
(Campaign #: 64-03112016-0147)
Incorrect Tire Information on Label/FMVSS 110
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Cherokee Grey Wolf recreational trailers manufactured from March 23, 2015, through March 9, 2016. The Federal Placard incorrectly indicates the tire and rim size as ST205/75R15/C Tire(s) with 15X5.0JJ rims. However, the trailer is equipped with ST205/75R14/C Tire(s) with 14X5.5JJ rims. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 16V164000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 224
Consequence Summary:
Incorrect information on the Federal Placard may lead to the operator overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a tire blowout and the possibility of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners and will send them a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on April 25, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-541-995-3447 extension 4013. Forest River's recall number for this campaign is 64-03112016-0147.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
March 11, 2016
(Campaign #: 51-02292016-0141)
Incorrect PSI on Certification Label/Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Amera-Lite cargo trailers manufactured November 2, 2005, to July 21, 2011; 2007-2013 Cargo Mate cargo trailers manufactured December 1, 2006, to February 27, 2013; 2005-2016 Continental Cargo cargo trailers manufactured January 27, 2005, to November 11, 2015; and 2007-2012 US Cargo cargo trailers manufactured January 30, 2007, to July 12, 2011. The tire pressure specification for the 5.30" x 12" Load Range C Tire is listed as 50 PSI instead of the correct tire pressure specification of 80 PSI. As a result, the subject vehicles have incorrectly stated Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) on the Federal Placard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 16V150000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 355
Consequence Summary:
Using the trailers to the loading specifications on the label while the tires are underinflated may result in sudden tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners and will provide Federal placard stickers with the correct PSI, GAWR, and GVWR, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-266-7539. Forest River's number for this campaign is 51-02292016-0141.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
March 2, 2016
(Campaign #: 51-022242016-0138)
Intermittent Loss of Ignition Switch Contact
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Dynamax Rev recreational vehicles manufactured from April 1, 2015, through February 15, 2016, and 2016-2017 Coachman Orion recreational vehicles manufactured from May 18, 2015, through December 10, 2015. These vehicles, built on RAM ProMaster chassis, have an ignition switch that may have an intermittent loss of electrical contact.
NHTSA ID: 16V126000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 176
Consequence Summary:
An intermittent loss of contact can result in a vehicle stall and/or a partial or complete loss of air bags, anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control and/or instrument panel cluster. Loss of functionality with any of these safety systems can increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) dealers will replace the ignition switch contact holder block, free of charge. The recall began on May 20, 2016. Owners may call the FCA Recall Assistance Center at 1-800-853-1403 or contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-262-3474. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-022242016-0138.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
February 18, 2016
(Campaign #: 225-02102016-0134)
Incorrect Federal Placard/Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Coachmen Galleria motorhomes manufactured from October 30, 2015, through February 15, 2016. The Federal Placards on the affected vehicles incorrectly lists the number of seatbelts as zero. Additionally, the placards did not factor in the fresh water capacity in the vehicle weight calculation and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is missing from the label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 16V094000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 23
Consequence Summary:
Without the GVWR listed on the label, the operator may overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on March 3, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service 1-574-825-8628. Forest River's number for this recall is 225-02102016-0134.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
February 3, 2016
(Campaign #: 37-01152016-0131)
Incorrectly Wired Circuit Causing Electrical Arc
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Surveyor recreational vehicles, model SVF275BHSS, manufactured from November 4, 2015, through November 11, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the general circuit receptacle may be incorrectly wired, and as a result, too much current may travel through the receptacle.
NHTSA ID: 16V062000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 12
Consequence Summary:
Too much electrical current can cause an electrical arc, and potentially electrocute the user.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will repair any wiring, breakers, and other items, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-3119 extension 205. Forest River's number for this recall is 37-01152016-0131.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 75
February 3, 2016
(Campaign #: 23-01262016-0131)
Incorrect Information on Federal Placard/Part 567
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Wildcat recreational trailers, models WCF28SGX, WCF29RKP, WCF29RLX, and WCF31SAX, manufactured from September 25, 2015, through January 20, 2016. The affected vehicles may have been produced with an incorrect Federal placard that has an improperly reduced Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of 3500lbs. The correct GAWR is 5200lbs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 16V059000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 52
Consequence Summary:
Incorrect Federal Placard information such as the Gross Axle Weight Rating could lead to reduced handling of the vehicle, potentially leading to loss of control or a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will provide a corrected Federal placard, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-862-2071. Forest River's number for this recall is 23-01262016-0131.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
January 19, 2016
(Campaign #: 5-12222015-0125)
Stop Arm Reflective Decal May be Loose/FMVSS 131
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Starcraft Quest, and XL school buses manufactured June 1, 2015, to November 1, 2015, equipped with certain Transpec T6000, T6100, and T7000 series school bus stop arms. The affected stop arms have a reflective decal that may peel loose from the stop arm. As such, these stop arms fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 131, "School Bus Pedestrian Safety Devices."
NHTSA ID: 16V016000
Component: OTHER
# of Units Affected: 317
Consequence Summary:
Without a reflective decal, the stop arms would have reduced visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and their dealers will replace the stop arm blade assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 4, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440 or the manufacturer of the stop arms at 1-800-951-7867. Forest River's number for this recall is 5-12222015-0125.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 8.83
January 15, 2016
(Campaign #: 310-01112016-0126)
Fuel Fill Guard Contact May Damage Front Tires
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Coachmen Cross Country vehicles manufactured May 26, 2015, to December 2, 2015. During suspension travel, the front tires may be damaged from contacting the fuel fill guard.
NHTSA ID: 16V015000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 56
Consequence Summary:
If the tire contacts the fuel fill guard, it may be damaged and deflate, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a revised fuel fill guard that will not contact the tires. Any tire that shows sign of contact with the fuel fill guard will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 10, 2016. Owners east of the Mississippi river may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8317. Owners west of the Mississippi river may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8305. Forest River's number for this recall is 310-01112016-0126.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 80.36
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