FOREST RIVER FREEDOM EXPRESS 2019: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
| Make : FOREST RIVER | Model : FREEDOM EXPRESS | Year : 2019 |
| Build Dates : 2018-07-26 - 2018-08-08 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 18V545000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2018-09-11 | Date Received by ODI: 2018-08-17 | Date Added to Database: 2018-08-22 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Forest River, Inc. | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: 220/320-0825 | ||
| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 69 | ||
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Summary:
Forest River, Inc. "Forest River" is recalling certain 2019 Coachmen Freedom Express recreational trailers. The break-away safety switch was not wired to a constant power source, and, as a result, the switch may be inadvertently disconnected from the trailer house battery and cause the brakes to not engage if the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle. |
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Consequence:
If the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash. |
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Remedy:
Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will correct the break-away safety switch wiring, free of charge. The recall began September 11, 2018. Owners may contact Coachmen Freedom Express customer service at 1-574-825-8657. Forest River's number for this recall is 220/320-0825. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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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. |
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