Recall 16V465 affects 1,999 2015-2017 Forest River Sunseeker, Forester, Solera, and Isata motorhomes for water-damaged rear lights. Free dealer repair.
Forest River is recalling 1,999 2015-2017 Sunseeker, Forester, Solera, and Isata motorhomes because water can leak into the electrical module that controls rear and marker lighting. Failed brake lights leave following drivers without a clear stopping signal, and the Forest River dealer repair will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The lighting control module on affected 2015-2017 Forest River Sunseeker, Forester, Solera, and Isata motorhomes powers the rear lighting circuits. It sends electrical power to the taillights, brake lights, turn signals, clearance lights, marker lights, and trailer lighting when a towed trailer is connected. Those lights tell other drivers when the motorhome is braking, turning, or present on the road.
On these motorhomes, the module can overheat and split open. The potting material around the module traps heat instead of letting air cool the electronics. Once the housing opens, misting water can reach the internal electrical parts, especially when a towed vehicle or trailer is drawing power. The affected lights can stop working, leaving drivers behind you without the normal signals.
There is no warning sign before failure. The lights can become inoperative without an earlier owner-noticed symptom, so the issue is tied to the module condition rather than a warning you can watch for.
Who's affected?
Spans four motorhome lines across the 2015, 2016, and 2017 model years, with brake lights, back up lights, and tail lights listed as affected components.
| 2015 Forest River Sunseeker | Brake lights |
|---|---|
| 2015 Forest River Sunseeker | Back up lights |
| 2015 Forest River Sunseeker | Tail lights |
| 2015 Forest River Forester | Brake lights |
| 2015 Forest River Forester | Back up lights |
| 2015 Forest River Forester | Tail lights |
| 2015 Forest River Solera | Brake lights |
| 2015 Forest River Solera | Back up lights |
| 2015 Forest River Solera | Tail lights |
| 2016 Forest River Forester | Brake lights |
| 2016 Forest River Forester | Back up lights |
| 2016 Forest River Forester | Tail lights |
| 2016 Forest River Isata | Brake lights |
| 2016 Forest River Isata | Back up lights |
| 2016 Forest River Isata | Tail lights |
| 2016 Forest River Solera | Brake lights |
| 2016 Forest River Solera | Back up lights |
| 2016 Forest River Solera | Tail lights |
| 2017 Forest River Sunseeker | Brake lights |
| 2017 Forest River Sunseeker | Back up lights |
| 2017 Forest River Sunseeker | Tail lights |
| 2016 Forest River Sunseeker | Brake lights |
| 2016 Forest River Sunseeker | Back up lights |
| 2016 Forest River Sunseeker | Tail lights |
| 2017 Forest River Forester | Brake lights |
| 2017 Forest River Forester | Back up lights |
| 2017 Forest River Forester | Tail lights |
| Units affected | 1,999 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Failed rear brake lights can leave following drivers unaware that your vehicle is slowing or stopping. Failed taillights, clearance lights, and marker lights also make the vehicle less visible to others. Both conditions increase crash risk. There is no warning sign before the lights stop working, so check exterior lighting before driving and schedule the recall repair. Repair will be free at any franchised Forest River dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2017 Forest River Sunseeker, Forester, Solera, or Isata is included in this recall.
- Wait for Forest River's repair notice before scheduling if your VIN shows the remedy is not open yet.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600 with questions and reference recall number 16V465 when you call.
- Ask a franchised Forest River dealer about the free lighting-module repair that restores the brake lights, taillights, clearance lights, and marker lights.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and avoid driving after dark if the rear lights are not working.
What happens at the repair
Once the final recall repair is available, a Forest River technician will repair the vehicle free of charge. The repair should address water intrusion into the electrical module that controls the taillights, brake lights, turn signals, clearance lights, and marker lights, so those exterior lights work as required. Forest River has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related repair before the recall process. Contact Forest River customer service with your repair documentation and ask how that plan applies to your model.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 27, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 18, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| August 18, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 18, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 8, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V465?
Recall 16V465 covers 1,999 2015-2017 Forest River Sunseeker, Forester, Solera, and Isata motorhomes. Water can leak into the electrical module that controls rear brake lights, taillights, turn signals, clearance lights, and marker lights, leaving those lights inoperative. Forest River dealers repair the vehicles for free.
What should I do if my 2015-2017 Forest River Sunseeker, Forester, Solera, or Isata is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 16V465. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the electrical-module repair. Reference recall number 16V465 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Forest River's remedy says dealers will repair affected vehicles free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Forest River dealer.
What is the safety risk with recall 16V465?
The risk is reduced visibility and missing stop signals. If the rear brake lights fail, drivers behind the motorhome do not get a clear stopping signal. If the taillights, clearance lights, or marker lights stop working, the motorhome is harder for other drivers to see.
What if I bought this Forest River motorhome used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to see whether your specific Sunseeker, Forester, Solera, or Isata is included, then give recall number 16V465 to the dealer service desk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V465000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-206-7600 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V465 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V465000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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