NHTSA Recall 24V136000
Filed by Forest River, Inc.. Component: Service Brakes, Air. Reported 2024-02-23. An estimated 5 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Forest River Bus, LLC (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024 Elkhart Coach ELKC transit buses. The brake lines may not be attached to the driver's side frame rail. Unsecured brake line may contact the rail, damaging the lines and causing a loss of brake pressure.
Risk
A loss of brake pressure increases the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Dealers will secure and repair the rear brake lines, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 1, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service Phone Number 1-800-348-7440. Forest River's number for this recall is 05-1741.
Manufacturer campaign number: 05-1741
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.