2014 Coachmen Freedom Express | 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express — Structure: frame and members
Published October 3, 2017 · Recall initiated: October 2, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V611000, published October 3, 2017 and initiated October 2, 2017. Recalling firm: Forest River, Inc.; 2014 Coachmen Freedom Express | 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express — Structure: frame and members.
What's the hazard
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Coachmen Freedom Express recreational trailers. The frames on these vehicles may not have had reinforcement stiffeners welded onto the exterior I-Beam in the axle area, allowing the axles to be misaligned.
What to do
Forest River will notify owners, and the frame manufacturer will inspect the trailer for frame reinforcements, installing them as necessary and secure the axle mountings, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8205, or Lippert Components customer service at 1-574-537-8900. Forest River's number for this recall is 220-0529.
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Recall details
- Brand
- COACHMEN
- Model
- FREEDOM EXPRESS
- Manufacturer
- Forest River, Inc.
- Lot
- 2014 COACHMEN FREEDOM EXPRESS | 2013 COACHMEN FREEDOM EXPRESS
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2014 Coachmen Freedom Express | 2013 Coachmen Freedom Express — Structure: frame and members recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V611000 on October 3, 2017. Reported hazard: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Coachmen Freedom Express recreational trailers. The frames on these vehicles may not have had reinforcement stiffeners welded onto the exterior I-Beam in the axle area, allowing the axles to be misaligned.
What should I do if I have this product?
Forest River will notify owners, and the frame manufacturer will inspect the trailer for frame reinforcements, installing them as necessary and secure the axle mountings, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8205, or Lippert Components customer service at 1-574-537-8900. Forest River's number for this recall is 220-0529.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: COACHMEN. Model: FREEDOM EXPRESS.