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Forest River Sunseeker Recall 17V513: Wrong tire pressure label can lead to tire damage and crash risk

NHTSA campaign 17V513, reported August 18, 2017, 184 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The tire information label on the B-pillar of these motorhomes lists a tire pressure that is too low for the front tires. Driving with under-inflated front tires can cause tire damage, which increases the risk of a crash.

Because the label gives an incorrect pressure, owners who follow it may run their front tires below the proper level. Under-inflation can lead to tire failure while driving, which can cause a loss of vehicle control.

Forest River will notify owners. Authorized Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will replace the label with the correct tire inflation pressure at no charge. Owners can contact Forest River customer service at 1-854-888-3214. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 17V513Forest River, Inc.
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Forest River Dynamax, Forester, Sunseeker, and Coachmen Prism vehicles built on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans. The affected vehicles have tire labels on the B-pillar that list a tire pressure that is too low. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Risk
Operating the vehicle with low front tire pressures may result in tire damage, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and authorized Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealers will inspect and replace the tire pressure label with correct tire inflation pressure, free of charge. The recall began on September 5, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-854-888-3214. Forest River's number for this recall is 35.55.215-0491.
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

Coachmen Prism2018
Forest River Dynamax2018
Forest River Forester2018
Forest River Sunseeker2018