November 9- NHTSA Issues Recalls Affecting Daimler, Ford, Forest River, Lance Camper

November 9, 2020

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following recalls:

DAIMLER VANS USA, LLC

Damaged Brake Hose may Result in a Leak

Over time, the hose could begin to leak brake fluid, affecting the braking performance of the vehicle, including the potential loss of directional stability when braking, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Potential Number of Units Affected: 463

Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The outer area of the brake hoses on the front and rear axles may have been damaged during production.

DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the condition of the brake hoses on the front and rear axles and replace them as needed, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin Nov. 30, 2020. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. DVUSA’s number for this recall is VS3MONTLAU.

FORD MOTOR CO.

Engine May Overheat

If the engine overheats, it can result in engine damage and increase the risk of a fire.

Potential Number of Units Affected: 2,903

Ford is recalling certain 2019-2020 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 2.5L engines. The powertrain control module (PCM) software has fail-safe temperature threshold values higher than intended for the engine. This may delay the fail-safe cooling strategy in the event of coolant loss and result in engine overheating.

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in November 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 20S60.

FOREST RIVER

Shore Cord Inlet Wiring Insulation May Cause Fire

A poor electrical connection can increase the risk of a fire.

Potential Number of Units Affected: 9,261

Forest River is recalling certain 2019-2021 Cherokee recreational trailers. The shore cord inlet wiring insulation may not have been sufficiently stripped back, causing a poor connection with the set screw.

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will remove the inlet, and rewire or replace the inlet completely if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin Dec. 2, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100Call via Mitel . Forest River’s number for this recall is 17D-1201.

Furnace Fresh Air Intake Sleeve Too Short

If exhaust enters the trailer, it can cause carbon monoxide poisoning, which can increase the risk of injury or death.

Potential Number of Units Affected: 69

Forest River is recalling certain 2021 Cardinal fifth wheel trailers. The fresh air intake sleeve for the furnace is too short and does not have proper connection of the furnace to the exterior, allowing furnace exhaust to enter the trailer.

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct intake sleeve to allow for proper connection on the furnace, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin Dec.2, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-296-7700. Forest River’s number for this recall is 15-1245.

 

Antenna Wing may Detach

If the antenna detaches while moving, it can be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,150

Forest River is recalling certain 2019-2021 Palomino trailers. The antenna wing may not be properly secured to the roof, allowing it to detach from the roof while moving.

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, repair or replace the antenna, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin Dec. 2, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-269-432-3271. Forest River’s number for this recall is 400-1243.

LANCE CAMPER MFG. CORP.

Stove Saddle Valves May Leak Gas

A gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.

Potential Number of Units Affected: 5,309

Lance Camper is recalling certain 2018-2021 Lance trailers (models 1995, 2185, 2285, 1475, 1575, 1685, 1985, 2295, 2375, 2445, and 2465) equipped with a Dometic propane gas stove, model R1731 or R2131 manufactured November 2018 or later or model S31 manufactured November 2018 or later. In certain stove serial number ranges, a gas leak may occur in the cooking stove.

Lance Camper will notify owners, and Dometic will repair the stoves, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin Dec. 7, 2020. Owners may contact Lance Camper customer service at 1-661-949-3322.

Stove Saddle Valves May Leak Gas

A gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.

Potential Number of Units Affected: 725

Lance Camper is recalling certain 2018-2021 Lance Camper trailers (models 855S, 850, 960, 975, 995, 1062, and 1172) equipped with a Dometic propane gas stove, model R1731 or R2131 manufactured November 2018 or later or model S31 manufactured November 2018 or later. In certain stove serial number ranges, a gas leak may occur in the cooking stove.

Lance Camper will notify owners, and Dometic dealers will repair the affected stoves. The recall is expected to begin Dec. 7, 2020. Owners may contact Lance Camper customer service at 1-661-949-3322.