NHTSA recall 13V251000
Electrical system
Forest River Forester and 3 more
Reported Jun 18, 2013289 vehicles affectedForest River, Inc.Built Apr 1, 2013 – May 21, 2013
The defect
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.
The risk
A short circuit may result in smoke, melting or a fire.
The 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.