Coachmen Freedom Express recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 2, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Forest River, Inc. recalls 2013–2014 Coachmen Freedom Express

Recall number

17V611000

Brand / firm

Coachmen

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 594 units

Why it was recalled

Misaligned axles can affect vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.