NHTSA: Recalls Made for Forest River, Daimler Vans, and Grand Design
Forest River is recalling certain 2018 to 2019 Cherokee Alpha Wolf and 2019 Cherokee Arctic Wolf recreational trailers. The awnings may have been mounted with fasteners that are insufficient in length or quantity, possibly resulting in the awning arm detaching from the wall.
The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall is expected to begin in November. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River’s number for this recall is 75-0867.
Potential number of units affected: 3,606
Daimler Vans USA (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The right-side door latches may have been built with incorrect components. As a result, when the doors are electronically unlocked, the right-side doors may not be able to be opened from inside or outside of the vehicle.
DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the locks if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin Dec. 11. Owners may contact DVUSA at 1-877-762-8267.
Potential number of units affected: 76
Grand Design RV is recalling certain 2019 Grand Design Reflection travel trailers, models 285BHTS, 287RLTS and 297RSTS. The wires to the 50 amp mini-breaker may be installed incorrectly, leaving the circuit unprotected.
Grand Design will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the 50-amp mini-breaker to make sure that it is wired correctly, re-wiring it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin Nov. 12. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design’s number for this recall is 910016.
Potential number of units affected: 92