Recalls for 2017 Dynamax Isata

DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE:LPG SYSTEMS

Posted on: 2016-10-24
Description
Forest river, inc.  (forest river) is recalling certain model year 2017 dynamax isata motorhomes, models isc24fwm, isc24rwm, isc35dbd and isc36dsd, manufactured may 19, 2016, to october 19, 2016.  The affected vehicles may be missing a securing cable tie on the rubber grommet for the copper liquid propane (l.p.) gas line, allowing liquid propane to enter the cabin.

Consequence
If the rubber grommet is not properly sealed and secured, there is an increased risk of propane leak and a fire.

Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the grommet and install a cable tie, as necessary, free of charge.  The recall began on november 21, 2016.  Owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-262-3474 extension 203.  Forest river's number for this recall is 55-10162016-0257.

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.

DEFECT #2 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Posted on: 2017-11-14
Description
Forest river, inc.  (forest river) is recalling certain 2017-2018 dynamax isata vehicles, models isc36dsd, isc35dbd, isc36dsd4x4, built on ram chassis equipped with cummins 6.7l turbo diesel engines that have concentric-brand water pumps without a vent hole.  These water pumps may leak coolant.  

Consequence
The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.

Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners and chrysler/ram dealers will replace the water pumps, free of charge.  The recall began on december 4, 2017.  Owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-262-3474 extension 212, or chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Forest river's number for this recall is 55-0564.

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.