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Forest River Georgetown Recall 20V605: Bunk bed motor can fail and drop bunk while driving

NHTSA campaign 20V605, reported October 2, 2020, 67 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The motor that holds the P2K bunk bed system in its stowed position may fail on certain 2021 motorhomes. If the motor fails, the bunk can fall from the stowed position.

If this happens while the vehicle is moving, the falling bunk can cause injury to occupants and raise the risk of a crash. Owners should be cautious about the bunk's position and avoid relying on the stowed bunk while the vehicle is in motion until the repair is made.

The repair is free: Forest River will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the bunk motor at no charge. You can contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8212 for Coachmen Sportscoach or 1-574-206-7600 for Forest River Georgetown. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 20V605Forest River, Inc.
Component
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Coachmen Sportscoach and Forest River Georgetown motorhomes. The P2K Bunk Bed System motor may fail, causing the bunk to fall from the stowed position.
Risk
If the motor fails, the bunk may fall while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bunk motor, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at Sportscoach 1-574-825-8212 or Georgetown 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1237.
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 Sportscoach2021
Forest River Georgetown2021