Forest River Charleston: Service brakes — electric

Affects Forest River Charleston · 2014–2016 — about 147 vehicles.

The hazard

If the brake activation signal to a towed device remains active when the motorhome chassis service brakes are released, the brakes on a towed device may remain engaged. As a result, the brakes could drag and overheat potentially resulting in a fire. Additionally, following drivers may be confused by the motorhome's actions, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Forest River will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will modify the affected brake assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on June 23, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Forest River's number for this recall is 40-05132016-0196.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational