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Dynamax Isata Recall 17V707: Coolant Leak Can Cause Engine Compartment Fire

NHTSA campaign 17V707, reported November 10, 2017, 22 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain diesel motorhomes have water pumps that lack a vent hole and may leak engine coolant. A leaking water pump can increase the risk of a fire in the engine compartment.

Owners will be notified by the manufacturer. Authorized dealers will replace the water pumps at no cost. If you have questions, you can contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-262-3474, extension 212, or Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403, and reference recall number 55-0564. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 17V707Forest River, Inc.
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Dynamax Isata vehicles, models ISC36DSD, ISC35DBD, ISC36DSD4X4, built on RAM chassis equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines that have Concentric-brand water pumps without a vent hole. These water pumps may leak coolant.
Risk
The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners and Chrysler/RAM dealers will replace the water pumps, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-262-3474 extension 212, or Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Forest River's number for this recall is 55-0564.
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

Dynamax Isata20172018