2019 Coachmen Freedom Express recall: wiring
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall on August 17, 2018. It covers about 69 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 69
- reported
- Aug 17, 2018
- owners notified
- Sep 11, 2018
Electrical system: wiring
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 18V545000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 18V545000
Is there a recall on the 2019 Coachmen Freedom Express wiring?
Yes. Recall 18V545000, reported on August 17, 2018, covers about 69 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 18V545000?
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.
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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