Recall 18V545000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING Defect in 2019-2019 COACHMEN FREEDOM EXPRESS
RECALL This recall affects up to 69 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 18V545000 |
| Manufacturer | Forest River, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 69 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
If the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
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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