Inverter Lead Wire Insufficient Gauge – 2018 Coachmen Galleria Motorhomes

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V825
Manufacturer Forest River, Inc.
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected 41

Inverter Lead Wire Insufficient Gauge

If the lead wire cannot handle the draw, the lead wire may melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

Summary

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Coachmen Galleria motorhomes, models GAB24FLM, GAB24QM and GAB24TM. The inverter was installed using a lead wire that may not be able to handle the amperage draw.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lead wire, free of charge. The recall began on January 19, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8590. Forest River’s number for this recall is 225-0587.

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.

https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RCAK-17V825-1521.pdf