2019 Forest River and Coachmen Motorhomes Recalled for Rear Axle Defect

Plain-English summary

Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain 2019 Forest River Forester and Sunseeker and Coachmen Leprechaun and Freelander motorhomes. The recall addresses a defect in the power train axle assembly where the U-Bolts that secure the rear differential may not have been properly tightened.

If these U-Bolts loosen over time, they can allow the rear axles to shift. Loose rear axle assemblies can cause a loss of vehicle control, which increases the risk of a crash.

Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the U-Bolts and properly tighten or replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service for Sunseeker and Forester vehicles at 1-574-206-7600, or Coachmen customer service for Freelander and Leprechaun vehicles at 1-574-825-8602. Forest River's number for this recall is 105-0749.

The recalled product

Product

COACHMEN, FOREST RIVER LEPRECHAUN, SUNSEEKER, FORESTER, FREELANDER

Brand

COACHMEN

Manufacturer

Forest River, Inc.

Category

Vehicle — Motorhome

Hazard

• loss-of-control
• crash

Affected units

471

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Distribution

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