Recall 15V726 affects 217 2016 Forest River FR3, Georgetown, Mirada, and Pursuit RVs for an incorrect shift-cable bracket. Free repair at franchised Forest River dealers.
Forest River is recalling 217 2016 FR3, Georgetown, Mirada, and Pursuit motorhomes under recall 15V726 because an incorrect shift cable bracket and adjustment can allow a driver to shift out of PARK without applying the brakes. That creates a risk of unintended movement and a crash; Forest River dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The shift cable on the 2016 Forest River FR3, Georgetown, Mirada, and Pursuit recreational vehicles connects the steering column shift lever to the automatic transmission. It tells the transmission which gear the driver selected, including PARK. The bracket holds that cable in the right position so the lever, cable, and transmission agree.
On these vehicles, the shift cable bracket is incorrect and the shift cable was not adjusted properly during assembly. That leaves the cable out of position. As a result, the vehicle can be shifted out of PARK without the driver pressing the brake pedal, defeating the brake transmission shift interlock that is supposed to prevent that movement.
There is no warning sign before failure. This is not a noise, fluid leak, or dashboard-light problem an owner can spot before the shifter moves out of PARK.
Who's affected?
Covers four 2016 motorhome lines, FR3, Georgetown, Mirada, and Pursuit, all tied to the same automatic transmission component.
| 2016 Forest River FR3 | automatic transmission |
|---|---|
| 2016 Forest River Georgetown | automatic transmission |
| 2016 Coachmen Mirada | automatic transmission |
| 2016 Coachmen Pursuit | automatic transmission |
| Units affected | 217 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
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?
If the transmission can shift into reverse before the brakes are applied, the vehicle can move unintentionally and increase crash risk. There is no warning sign before it happens, so keep your foot firmly on the brake before shifting and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 FR3, Georgetown, Mirada, or Pursuit is included in this recall.
- Contact Forest River at 1-800-392-3673 to schedule the free Ford dealer repair.
- Schedule the transmission shift-control bracket replacement and shift-cable adjustment that stops the vehicle from shifting out of PARK without the brake applied.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V726 when you call.
- Keep firm pressure on the brake before shifting out of PARK until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the Ford dealership, the technician replaces the transmission shift control bracket and adjusts the transmission shift cable. The recall repair is free, and Forest River says owners and dealerships are not charged because the work is completed at a Ford dealership. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the original warranty program, not through a separate reimbursement program. Ask the service desk how that warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| November 3, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 3, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 30, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| December 30, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 30, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V726?
Recall 15V726 covers 217 2016 Forest River FR3, Georgetown, Mirada, and Pursuit recreational vehicles with an incorrect shift cable bracket and improper shift cable adjustment. The vehicle can shift out of PARK without brake application. Ford dealers replace the transmission shift control bracket and adjust the shift cable for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Forest River FR3, Georgetown, Mirada, or Pursuit is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific recreational vehicle is included in recall 15V726. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer or Ford service dealer for the transmission shift control bracket replacement and shift cable adjustment. Reference recall number 15V726 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and this recall states that Ford dealers will replace the transmission shift control bracket and adjust the transmission shift cable free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unintended vehicle movement. If the transmission shifts into reverse without the brakes applied, the recreational vehicle can move unexpectedly and raise the risk of a crash. Until the repair is complete, confirm the vehicle is fully secured before shifting and when parked.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2016 Forest River FR3, Georgetown, Mirada, or Pursuit is included, then reference recall number 15V726 when you contact the service desk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V726000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-800-392-3673 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V726 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V726000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notice (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →