NHTSA Recall 20V488000: Brake lights (exterior lighting) and 2 other components
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,547 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Coachmen Cross Country.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V488000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 51-1203 |
| Components | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TURN SIGNAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | August 18, 2020 |
| Owner notification | January 18, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Charleston, 2017-2019 Legacy, 2017-2020 Berkshire, 2017 Coachmen Cross Country, and 2017-2020 Sportscoach motorhomes built on certain FCCC XB and XC chassis that received an inspection-only remedy for recall 18V-763. The rear mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM) may have been damaged during manufacturing, possibly resulting in the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals not functioning.
Safety risk
Non-functioning exterior marker lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest Rivers will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks dealers will replace the old Power Distribution Module (PDM) with a new PDM, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 . Forest's number for this recall is 51-1203.
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.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 20V488000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Coachmen Cross Country | 2017 |
| Coachmen Sportscoach | 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Forest River Berkshire | 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Forest River Charleston | 2017, 2018 |
| Forest River Legacy | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.