Recall 18V357000: 2019 Coachmen Freelander, 2019 Coachmen Leprechaun, 2019 Forest River Forester +1 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 1, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 471
- Models
- 4
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Forest River Forester and Sunseeker and Coachmen Leprechaun and Freelander motorhomes. The U-Bolts that secure the rear differential may not have been properly tightened, causing them to loosen over time and allowing the rear axles to shift.
The risk
Loose rear axle assemblies can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the U-Bolts and properly tighten or replace the U-Bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service for Sunseeker and Forester vehicles at 1-574-206-7600, or Coachmen customer service for Freelander and Leprechaun vehicles at 1-574-825-8602. Forest River's number for this recall is 105-0749.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2019 Coachmen Freelander
- 2019 Coachmen Leprechaun
- 2019 Forest River Forester
- 2019 Forest River Sunseeker
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V357000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 105-0749
- Manufacturer
- Forest River, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jun 6, 2018
- Components
- Power train:axle assembly (Transmission & Drivetrain)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology