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2008-2009 Forest River Charleston recall: pedals and linkages

Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall on March 4, 2010. It covers about 456 vehicles.

vehicles affected
456
reported
Mar 4, 2010
owners notified
Jan 11, 2010

Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages

What is wrong
Forest river is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 charleston motor homes manufactured between august 16, 2007 and september 23, 2008, equipped with kongsberg automotive adjustable brake pedals. The adjustable brake pedal arm may loosen allowing the arm to rotate around its shaft and swing in front of the accelerator pedal, reducing braking function.
Risk
A loose brake pedal increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest river is working with freightliner to notify owners. Repairs will be conducted by freightliner free of charge. The safety recall began on january 10, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks warranty campaigns department at 1‑800‑647‑0712.

Recall number 10V079000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 10V079000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2009 Forest River Charleston pedals and linkages?

Yes. Recall 10V079000, reported on March 4, 2010, covers about 456 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V079000?

Forest river is working with freightliner to notify owners. Repairs will be conducted by freightliner free of charge. The safety recall began on january 10, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks warranty campaigns department at 1‑800‑647‑0712.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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