Recall 17V513 covers 184 2018 Coachmen Prism, Dynamax, Forester, and Sunseeker vehicles with tire-pressure labels set too low. Repair will be free once available.
Coachmen is recalling 184 2018 Prism, Dynamax, Forester, and Sunseeker vehicles built on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans because the B-pillar tire label lists front tire pressure too low. Using that pressure can damage the front tires and raise crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once Coachmen makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The tire pressure label on the B-pillar tells an owner what pressure to use when inflating the tires. On 2018 Coachmen Prism, Dynamax, Forester, and Sunseeker motorhomes built on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans, that label is part of the vehicle certification information. It is supposed to match the axle and tire setup installed on that exact vehicle.
In recall 17V513, the problem is the label, not a tire part that has already broken. During assembly, labels for Sprinter vans with a reinforced front axle were mixed with labels for other front axle configurations. As a result, the B-pillar label lists tire pressure that is too low for these vehicles.
If an owner follows the incorrect label, the tires are inflated below the pressure intended for that configuration. There is no warning sign before failure from the label itself. The visible clue is the tire pressure label on the B-pillar showing the wrong pressure for the vehicle.
Who's affected?
Covers 4 motorhome model lines from the 2018 model year, all tied to the vehicle label (placard or certification).
| 2018 Coachmen Prism | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2018 Forest River Dynamax | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2018 Forest River Forester | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2018 Forest River Sunseeker | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| Units affected | 184 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
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?
Low front tire pressure can damage the tires and increase crash risk. No warning sign is listed, so check tire pressure before driving and treat low pressure as a reason to stop and call the dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Coachmen dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Coachmen Prism, Dynamax, Forester, or Sunseeker is included in this recall.
- Contact Coachmen customer service at 1-854-888-3214 for current repair instructions before scheduling service.
- Schedule the free tire-pressure-label inspection and replacement with an authorized Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealer once Coachmen confirms the repair path.
- Bring the recall notice if you have one. If not, reference recall number 17V513 when you call.
- Inflate the front tires only to the correct pressure shown by the dealer or updated label until the replacement label is installed.
What happens at the repair
Once the repair is available, the dealer will inspect the B-pillar tire pressure label and replace it with a label that shows the correct tire inflation pressure. The final dealer repair will be free under the recall, including parts and labor. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the existing new vehicle warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the involved vehicles remain covered by warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| August 18, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 5, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 16, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| October 16, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 16, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V513?
Recall 17V513 covers 184 2018 Coachmen Prism, Dynamax, Forester, and Sunseeker vehicles built on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans. The B-pillar tire label lists a front tire pressure that is too low, which can lead to tire damage and increased crash risk.
What should I do if my 2018 Coachmen Prism, Dynamax, Forester, or Sunseeker vehicle is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 17V513. If it is, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealer to schedule the tire-pressure-label inspection and replacement. Reference recall number 17V513 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to perform the recall repair at no cost. For this recall, an authorized Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealer will inspect the tire pressure label and replace it with the correct tire inflation pressure label for free.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is tire damage from operating the vehicle with front tire pressure set too low. Tire damage increases the risk of a crash. Until the correct label is installed, use the corrected dealer guidance for front tire inflation pressure.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2018 Coachmen Prism, Dynamax, Forester, or Sunseeker is included, then reference recall number 17V513 when you contact the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V513000 |
|---|---|
| Coachmen customer service | 1-854-888-3214 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V513 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V513000 |
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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