Forest River Charleston — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Aug 18, 2020
Model years: 2018
Certain motorhomes built on a Freightliner chassis could have a problem with the rear-mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM). This could cause the tail lights not to work properly
Also affects: Champion Bus Transit Bus, Coachmen Sportscoach, Forest River Berkshire, Forest River Legacy
Forest River Charleston — Accessories
High risk
Dec 6, 2017
Model years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
On certain motorhomes equipped with Kidde fire extinguishers with black plastic handles and valves, the fire extinguishers may become clogged or require excessive force to activate
Also affects: Forest River Cherokee, Forest River Sierra, Forest River Sandpiper, Forest River Salem, Forest River Cedar Creek
Forest River Charleston — Accessories
High risk
Nov 23, 2015
Model years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
On certain travel trailers and motorhomes, a defect in the on-demand hot water heater, manufactured by Atwood Mobile Products, could result in a risk of scalding injury due to exce
Also affects: Dynamax Rev, Forest River Berkshire, Forest River Brookstone, Forest River Continental Cargo, Forest River Legacy
Forest River Charleston — Electrical
High risk
Jan 9, 2013
Model years: 2010, 2011, 2012
On certain vehicles, the connector for the brake and cruise control signal diode jumper assembly may come loose, resulting in a possible intermittent or continuously open circuit.
Also affects: Forest River Berkshire
Forest River Charleston — Accessories
High risk
Jul 16, 2012
Model years: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles, when exposed to high temperatures and electrical loads, the electrical transfer switch may overheat and fail, causing electrical malfunctions. Continued use co
Also affects: Forest River Berkshire
Forest River Charleston — Accessories
High risk
Oct 1, 2010
Model years: 2004, 2005, 2007
On certain motorhomes, fifth wheel and travel trailers, the plug-in remote control receiver used to operate the Dimplex electric fireplace or electric stove may overheat. This coul
Also affects: Forest River Georgetown, Forest River Cardinal, Forest River Cedar Creek, Forest River Sierra, Forest River Sandpiper
Forest River Charleston — Brakes
High risk
Feb 18, 2010
Model years: 2008, 2009
On certain vehicles, the adjustable brake pedal arm may loosen, rotate around its shaft, and swing in front of the accelerator pedal. Should the brake pedal arm contact and engage
Forest River Charleston — Other
High risk
Aug 14, 2008
Model years: 2007, 2008
On certain motorhomes, the rear suspension transverse beam may have been manufactured incorrectly. Should it fail, vehicle stability while cornering would be affected, possibly res
Also affects: Forest River Berkshire
Forest River Charleston — Steering
High risk
May 21, 2008
Model years: 2006, 2007
On certain vehicles, the inline power steering filter can plug, causing a rise in return line pressure, which can lead to possible hose separation from the filter or steering gear
Forest River Charleston — Steering
High risk
Apr 29, 2008
Model years: 2007, 2008
On certain vehicles, the fasteners that attach the steering arm or tie rod arm to the spindle may have been over or under tightened during assembly process. Incorrectly torqued ste
Also affects: Forest River Berkshire