NHTSA recall 17V611000
Structure, Suspension · Forest River, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: Misaligned axles can affect vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2013 Coachmen Freedom Express, 2014 Coachmen Freedom Express.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 17V611000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.