FOREST RIVER FR3 2018: VISIBILITY
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V768000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FOREST RIVER | FR3 | 2018 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-11-28 | 2018-10-31 | 2018-11-02 |
Manufacturers Involved: Forest River, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 68-0822
Component: VISIBILITY
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 4790
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Forest River, Inc. "Forest River" is recalling certain 2017-2019 Forest River Georgetown and FR3 motorhomes, 2018-2019 Berkshire motorhomes and 2018 Charleston motorhomes. The motorized windshield roller shade at the driver's seating position may unroll without warning while driving.
If the windshield roller shade unrolls while driving, it could block the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a fastener to ensure the motor will not allow the shade to roll down during while driving. The recall began November 28, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7605. Forest River's number for the recall is 68-0822.
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.
