Recall 16V472 affects 138 2014-2016 Forest River Charleston motorhomes for a throttle pedal sensor defect. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 138 2014-2016 Charleston motorhomes because the throttle pedal position sensor can fail to return to zero, so the engine brake does not activate as expected. A sudden loss of engine braking reduces deceleration and brake capacity and can increase crash risk; Forest River dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The throttle pedal position sensor on the 2014-2016 Forest River Charleston reads where the accelerator pedal is and sends that signal to the engine control system. On these motorhomes, that signal also helps the engine brake know when the driver has lifted off the throttle. The engine brake is used to help slow a heavy motorhome without relying only on the service brakes.
On affected Charleston vehicles, the throttle pedal position sensor does not return to zero after the driver releases the pedal. When that happens, the system still reads throttle input and the engine brake does not activate as expected. The Daimler defect report did not identify a root cause for why the sensor sticks or sends the wrong resting signal.
There is no warning sign before failure. The driver notices the problem when the engine brake does not help slow the motorhome after the accelerator pedal is released, reducing the vehicle's deceleration ability.
Who's affected?
Covers the Charleston motorhome line across the 2014, 2015, and 2016 model years, all tied to the accelerator pedal.
| 2014 Forest River Charleston | Accelerator pedal |
|---|---|
| 2015 Forest River Charleston | Accelerator pedal |
| 2016 Forest River Charleston | Accelerator pedal |
| Units affected | 138 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A sudden loss of the engine brake can reduce braking capacity in this motorhome and increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so leave extra stopping room and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2016 Forest River Charleston is included in this recall.
- Contact Forest River to arrange the free throttle-pedal replacement through Daimler Trucks North America service.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 16V472 when you schedule service.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and plan for reduced engine-brake help on downhill grades.
- Call Daimler Trucks Customer Service Department at 1-800-547-0712 with questions about the pedal replacement.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician replaces the throttle pedal connected to the pedal position sensor. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Forest River has a general reimbursement plan on file for documented, related out-of-pocket repairs paid before the recall repair was available. If you already paid for a throttle pedal or pedal position sensor repair tied to this defect, bring the repair order and proof of payment to the service desk.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 28, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 4, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 19, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| August 19, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 19, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V472?
Recall 16V472 covers 138 2014-2016 Forest River Charleston motorhomes with an accelerator pedal sensor that can keep the engine brake from activating as expected. That reduces deceleration ability and increases crash risk. Daimler Trucks North America dealers will replace the pedal for free.
What should I do if my 2014-2016 Forest River Charleston is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 16V472. If it is, contact a Daimler Trucks North America dealer to schedule the accelerator pedal replacement. Reference recall number 16V472 or Forest River recall 40-06202016-0214 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the defect at no cost. For recall 16V472, Daimler Trucks North America dealers will replace the affected accelerator pedal free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The engine brake can stop activating without warning, reducing the motorhome's deceleration ability. In a heavy vehicle, that loss of engine braking increases crash risk because the driver has less braking help than expected. The free repair replaces the affected pedal.
What warning signs should I watch for?
There is no warning sign before the engine brake fails to activate as expected. If your VIN is included, arrange the free pedal replacement with a Daimler Trucks North America dealer. Forest River listed Daimler Trucks Customer Service at 1-800-547-0712 for this recall.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V472000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-800-547-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V472 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V472000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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