Forest River, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #16V330000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V330000 by Forest River, Inc.. Affecting 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 Includes 147 affected units, Trailer Brakes may Remain Activated, component: SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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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

Defect Summary

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.

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V330000
Manufacturer: Forest River, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2016-05-20T00:00:00
Subject: Trailer brakes may remain activated
Component: Service Brakes, Electric
Potentially Affected Units: 147

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 40-05132016-0196
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 16V330000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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