Incorrect entry door wiring may cause fire
Defect Summary
Forest river bus, llc (forest river bus) is recalling certain 2023-2025 champion challenger, defender, 2024-2025 glaval entourage, and 2023-2024 glaval universal transit buses. the entry door ground wire may be incorrectly connected to the positive side of the battery instead of the negative ground.
Safety Consequence
An incorrect ground connection increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will repair the wiring at the entry door, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed june 2, 2025. owners may contact forest river bus customer service at 800-348-7440. forest river bus's number for this recall is 05-1925.
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FAQ: Recall 25V278000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V278000?
NHTSA recall 25V278000 was issued by Forest River Bus, Llc on April 25, 2025. It addresses: Incorrect entry door wiring may cause fire. The recall affects approximately 453 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River Bus, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 25V278000 or the manufacturer campaign number 05-1925. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.