Forest River Bus, LLC is recalling certain 2023-2025 Champion Challenger
— Recall Campaign #25V278000
Forest River Bus, LLC (Forest River Bus) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Champion Challenger, Defender, 2024-2025 Glaval Entourage, and 2023-2024 Glaval Universal transit buses. The entry door ground wire may be incorrectly connected to the positive side of the battery instead of the negative ground.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 453 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
25V278000
| Manufacturer: | Forest River, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | April 25, 2025 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 25V278000 |
| Units affected: | 453 |
- Description:
- Forest River Bus, LLC (Forest River Bus) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Champion Challenger, Defender, 2024-2025 Glaval Entourage, and 2023-2024 Glaval Universal transit buses. The entry door ground wire may be incorrectly connected to the positive side of the battery instead of the negative ground.
- Consequeces:
- An incorrect ground connection increases the risk of a fire.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will repair the wiring at the entry door, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River Bus customer service at 800-348-7440. Forest River Bus's number for this recall is 05-1925.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.