Recall 10V079 affects 456 2008-2009 Forest River Charleston motor homes for a loose adjustable brake pedal. Repair is free through Freightliner.
Forest River is recalling 456 2008-2009 Charleston motor homes because the adjustable brake pedal arm can loosen, rotate around its shaft, and swing in front of the accelerator pedal. That reduces braking function and increases crash risk; the Forest River dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The adjustable brake pedal in the 2008-2009 Forest River Charleston lets the driver set the pedal position while still giving a firm, direct push into the brake linkage. That linkage transfers pedal movement into the hydraulic brake system, so the motor home slows when the driver presses the pedal. The arm and shaft have to stay locked in alignment.
On affected Charleston motor homes, the adjustable brake pedal arm can loosen on its shaft. Once loose, the arm can rotate around that shaft instead of staying in its normal position. The arm can then swing in front of the accelerator pedal and reduce braking function, because the pedal no longer moves the brake linkage the way it should.
There is no warning sign before failure. A loose or moving brake pedal is not normal, and the dealer needs to inspect the pedal assembly before the motor home is driven again.
Who's affected?
Includes the 2008 and 2009 Charleston, with both model years tied to the hydraulic brake system.
| 2008 Forest River Charleston | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2009 Forest River Charleston | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 456 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A loose brake pedal increases the risk of a crash because braking response is not secure under normal pedal use. If the pedal feels loose or changes position, stop in a safe place and arrange service before more driving. Repair will be free at any franchised Forest River dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2009 Forest River Charleston is included in this recall.
- Contact Forest River or Daimler Trucks warranty campaigns to confirm the free Freightliner brake-pedal repair path for your VIN.
- Ask the service desk to reference recall number 10V079 when scheduling the adjustable brake-pedal repair that secures the loose pedal arm.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one, plus any service records for brake-pedal work.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and avoid hard braking when safe to do so.
What happens at the repair
The source remedy does not list a current available status. It says Forest River worked with Freightliner to notify owners and that Freightliner performs the recall work free of charge. At the dealer, a Forest River technician should confirm the Charleston is included and route the brake pedal repair through the Freightliner process named in the campaign. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall.
Timeline
| January 11, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| March 4, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V079?
Recall 10V079 covers 456 2008-2009 Forest River Charleston motor homes equipped with Kongsberg Automotive adjustable brake pedals. The brake pedal arm can loosen, rotate around its shaft, swing in front of the accelerator pedal, and reduce braking function. Freightliner performs the recall repair free of charge.
What should I do if my 2008-2009 Forest River Charleston is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motor home is included in recall 10V079. If it is, contact Forest River or the Daimler Trucks Warranty Campaigns Department at 1-800-647-0712 to arrange the free Freightliner repair. Reference recall number 10V079 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost, and the recall filing says Freightliner will conduct the repair free of charge. The safety recall began on January 10, 2010.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced braking function. If the adjustable brake pedal arm loosens and swings in front of the accelerator pedal, the driver has less normal braking control. Forest River states that a loose brake pedal increases the risk of a crash.
What if I bought my Forest River Charleston used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Charleston is included, then call Forest River or the Daimler Trucks Warranty Campaigns Department and reference recall number 10V079.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V079000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-800-647-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V079 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V079000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →