Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain 2016-2017 Berkshire vehicles built on Freightliner
— Recall Campaign #17V500000
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Berkshire vehicles built on Freightliner Custom Chassis XCR chassis. A battery cable mounting bracket may not have been installed correctly, as a result, the improperly routed and clipped battery cable can contact the frame rail, possibly chafing and short circuiting.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 47 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
17V500000
| Manufacturer: | Forest River, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 10, 2017 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 17V500000 |
| Units affected: | 47 |
- Description:
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Berkshire vehicles built on Freightliner Custom Chassis XCR chassis. A battery cable mounting bracket may not have been installed correctly, as a result, the improperly routed and clipped battery cable can contact the frame rail, possibly chafing and short circuiting.
- Consequeces:
- A battery cable short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
- Corrective action:
- Foreest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and revise the battery cable mounting bracket and cable routing, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 29, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-34-7440 or DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. Forest River's number for this recall is 40-08032017-0491.
- 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.