CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
- Problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Berkshire and Sportscoach motorhomes equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
- Risk
- Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Forest River will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks (DTNA) dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began April 20, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. Forest River's number for this recall is FL-845.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Some motorhomes built in 2019 and 2020 may have brake caliper mounting bolts that were not tightened enough during assembly. Loose bolts can reduce how well the brakes work, which raises the risk of a crash.
If you own one of these vehicles, contact Daimler Trucks (DTNA) customer service at 1-800-745-8000 or visit an authorized DTNA dealer. The inspection and any needed repair are free of charge. Forest River will also notify owners directly, and you can check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your motorhome is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Coachmen Sportscoach | 20192020 |
|---|---|
| Forest River Berkshire | 20192020 |