Supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsRecall 20V-363 · Coachmen and Dynamax vehicles
Forest River, Inc. recall 20V-363 covers 522 Coachmen and Dynamax vehicles for a supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings problem, reported to NHTSA on June 19, 2020.
Source: NHTSA recall 20V363000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Forest River Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Coachmen Galleria, Dynamax Isata, and Forest River Battisti Coach, Forester, and Sunseeker motorhomes, built on 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis. The rear part of the front fender liner may contact and chafe the brake hose, possibly resulting in a loss of brake fluid.
The risk
Loss of brake fluid can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Forest River will notify owners, and Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will inspect and replace the brake hoses, as necessary. Additionally, the fender liners will be modified. All services will be performed free of charge. This recall began July 8, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3BRADVER. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1177.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.