Defect Description For Recall
Forest River Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2013-2014 Forest River Models Blue Ridge, Cardinal, Cherokee, Columbus, Evo, Georgetown, FlAGStaff, Forester, Lexington, Puma, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandpiper, Sandstorm, Sierra, Stealth, Sunseeker, Wildcat, Wildwood, Work And Play And Xlr; Coachmen Models Brookstone, Catalina, Chaparral, Concord, Encounter, Freedom Express, Freelander, Leprechaun, Mirada, Pursuit, And Sportcoach; Prime Time Models Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Saniber, And Tracer; Palomino Model Maverick Truck Camper; Cargo Mate Model Eliminator And Shasta Models Revere, Phoenix Recreational Vehicles Manufactured From February 13, 2013, Through April 18, 2013. Due To A Design Change In The Power Awning Motor Assembly, The Motor Assembly Screws May Unknowingly Shear.
Make Of Vehicle
PALOMINO
Model Of Vehicle
COLUMBUS
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
13V203000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
If The Motor Assembly Screws Shear, It Is Possible That The Awning Can Unfurl Unexpectedly, Either While The Vehicle Is At Rest Or While In Transit, Increasing The Risk Of Personal Injury Or A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Forest River Will Notify Owners And Dometic Staff Will Replace The Affected Motors With Motors Of A Different Design. The Safety Recall Began On July 29, 2013. Owners May Contact Forest River At 1-574-389-4600 Or Dometic At 1-888-447-0003 For More Information. Owners Are Being Instructed Not To Drive Their Vehicle Until Repairs Can Be Performed.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20130213
End Of Manufacture
20130418
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
9526
Date Owners Notified
20130729
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Date Report Received
20130517