CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
- Problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Dynamax Isata vehicles. Inadequate warmup protection can cause a lack of oil film on the engine connecting rod bearings while the engine is reaching operating temperature. This can result in engine damage and connecting rod failure, which could potentially puncture the engine block.
- Risk
- A damaged engine block may leak oil, which can contact hot engine or exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Forest River will notify owners, and FCA dealers will reprogram the engine calibration software to enhance the engine warm up protection, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2020. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1234. FCA's number for this recall is W57.
- 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
During warmup, the engine may not get enough oil to the connecting rod bearings while it is reaching operating temperature. This can damage the engine and cause a connecting rod to fail, which could puncture the engine block.
A damaged engine block can leak oil onto hot engine or exhaust parts, which increases the risk of a fire. Owners should take this recall seriously and check their vehicle as soon as possible.
The repair is free. An authorized dealer will reprogram the engine calibration software to improve warmup protection. Owners can also contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Check your VIN for any open recalls, and reference Forest River recall number 51-1234 or FCA recall number W57 when you call.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Dynamax Isata | 20202021 |
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