Forest River Recalls 2017 Dynamax Motorhomes Due to Front Axle Defect
Forest River is recalling 2017 Dynamax DX3 and Force motorhomes because the front axle stabilizer bracket may break, increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (front axle stabilizer bracket) that could lead to a sudden loss of vehicle control and a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain 2017 Dynamax DX3 and Force motorhomes. The recall addresses a defect where the front axle stabilizer bracket may not properly mount to the axle, which could cause the bracket to break.
If the stabilizer bracket breaks, a sudden loss of vehicle control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall began on November 6, 2019.
Forest River has notified owners, and a Detroit Diesel dealer will perform the recall remedy. The stabilizer brackets and I-beams will be inspected, and spacers and replacement stabilizer brackets will be installed as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440 or find a Detroit Diesel location at www.detroitdiesel.com/locations/default.aspx.
The recalled product
- Product
- DYNAMAX DX3, FORCE
- Brand
- DYNAMAX
- Manufacturer
- Forest River, Inc.
- Category
- Vehicle — Motorhome
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 14
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (2)
- DX3
- FORCE
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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