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Forest River Stealth Recall 17V117: Propane line may rub axle and leak, risking fire

NHTSA campaign 17V117, reported February 24, 2017, 98 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The liquid propane line running under the vehicle can be damaged by contact with the axle, which may cause a propane leak.

Propane leaking in the presence of an ignition source can lead to a fire or explosion. Owners should take this recall seriously and have it addressed promptly.

Forest River will notify owners, and the repair is free at an authorized dealer. Owners can contact Forest River customer service at 1-909-873-3777, referencing recall number 67-02082017-0321. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 17V117Forest River, Inc.
Component
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:LINES AND FITTINGS
Problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Stealth recreational vehicles, model CSFTFQ2817G-67 and Sandstorm recreational vehicles, model CSCT282GSLR-67. The liquid propane (LP) line under the vehicle may be damaged from contact with the axle, causing it to leak.
Risk
A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire or explosion.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-909-873-3777. Forest River's number for this recall is 67-02082017-0321.
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

Forest River Sandstorm2017
Forest River Stealth2017