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2014 Forest River Forester, Forest River Lexington and others recall: electrical system

Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall on June 18, 2013. It covers about 289 vehicles.

vehicles affected
289
reported
Jun 18, 2013
owners notified
Jun 28, 2013
related complaints
3

Electrical system

What is wrong
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2014 Sunseeker, Forester, Lexington, and Solera motorhomes manufactured between April 1, 2013, through May 21, 2013. The battery isolation manager (BIM) can develop a short circuit.
Risk
A short circuit may result in smoke, melting or a fire.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners and will replace the BIM. The recall is expected to begin during July 2013. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1‑574‑206‑7600.

Recall number 13V251000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about electrical problems.

Questions about recall 13V251000

Is there a recall on the 2014 Forest River Forester, Forest River Lexington and others electrical system?

Yes. Recall 13V251000, reported on June 18, 2013, covers about 289 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V251000?

Forest River will notify owners and will replace the BIM. The recall is expected to begin during July 2013. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1‑574‑206‑7600.

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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