Recall 20V363 covers 522 2020-2021 Coachmen Galleria, Isata, Battisti, Sunseeker, and Forester motorhomes for brake-hose chafing. Repair is free at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
Coachmen is recalling 522 2020-2021 Galleria, Isata, Battisti, Sunseeker, and Forester motorhomes under recall 20V363 because the front fender liner can rub the brake hose and cause brake fluid loss. That loss can lengthen stopping distance and increase crash risk; Coachmen dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front fender liner is the plastic shield inside the front wheel area. It helps block road debris and water from the wheel housing. The brake hose sits nearby and carries pressurized brake fluid to the front brake assembly, so the hose must have clear space as the wheel and suspension move.
On affected 2020-2021 Coachmen Galleria, Isata, Battisti, Sunseeker, and Forester motorhomes, the rear part of that fender liner can sit too close to the brake hose. As the vehicle is driven, the liner can rub against the hose. That rubbing wears the hose surface until brake fluid leaks out, reducing the pressure the brake system needs to work correctly.
There is no warning sign before failure. A brake-fluid warning light means fluid loss has already started and the vehicle needs dealer attention.
Who's affected?
The scope spans five Coachmen, Dynamax, and Forest River motorhome lines from the 2020 and 2021 model years, with body structure and brake system components listed for each line.
| 2021 Coachmen Galleria | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2021 Coachmen Galleria | brake system |
| 2020 Coachmen Galleria | body structure |
| 2020 Coachmen Galleria | brake system |
| 2021 Dynamax Isata | body structure |
| 2021 Dynamax Isata | brake system |
| 2020 Dynamax Isata | body structure |
| 2020 Dynamax Isata | brake system |
| 2021 Forest River Battisti | body structure |
| 2021 Forest River Battisti | brake system |
| 2021 Forest River Sunseeker | body structure |
| 2021 Forest River Sunseeker | brake system |
| 2020 Forest River Sunseeker | body structure |
| 2020 Forest River Sunseeker | brake system |
| 2020 Forest River Forester | body structure |
| 2020 Forest River Forester | brake system |
| 2021 Forest River Forester | body structure |
| 2021 Forest River Forester | brake system |
| 2020 Forest River Battisti | body structure |
| 2020 Forest River Battisti | brake system |
| Units affected | 522 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
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?
Brake fluid loss can make the vehicle need more distance to stop, increasing the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, schedule the repair soon and leave extra room while braking until the brake hoses are inspected and repaired. Repair is free at any franchised Coachmen dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2021 Coachmen Galleria, Isata, Battisti, Sunseeker, or Forester motorhome is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Coachmen dealer to schedule the free brake-hose inspection and fender-liner modification that prevents hose chafing and brake-fluid loss.
- Ask whether the dealer will inspect and replace the brake hoses, then modify the fender liners during the same visit.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 20V363 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance because brake-fluid loss can increase stopping distance.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Coachmen technician inspects the front brake hoses and replaces any hose with chafing or damage from the fender liner. The technician also modifies the fender liners so they do not contact the brake hoses again. The inspection, parts, and labor are free under the recall. A general reimbursement plan is on file, so if you already paid for a related brake hose repair, ask the service desk how to submit documentation for review under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 19, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 8, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 29, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| July 29, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 29, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V363?
Recall 20V363 covers 522 2020-2021 Coachmen Galleria, Isata, Battisti, Sunseeker, and Forester motorhomes built on 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis. The front fender liner can chafe the brake hose, causing brake-fluid loss and longer stopping distance. The inspection, hose replacement, and fender-liner modification are free.
What should I do if my 2020-2021 Coachmen Galleria, Isata, Battisti, Sunseeker, or Forester is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 20V363. If it is, contact a Mercedes-Benz or Freightliner Sprinter dealer for the brake-hose inspection and fender-liner modification. Reference recall number 20V363 and DVUSA recall VS3BRADVER when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the remedy for recall 20V363 says all services will be performed free of charge. The dealer will inspect and replace the brake hoses as needed, then modify the fender liners.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is longer stopping distance from brake-fluid loss. If the fender liner contacts and chafes the brake hose, the hose can leak fluid, reducing braking performance and increasing crash risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the free repair promptly.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V363000 |
|---|---|
| Coachmen customer service | 1-877-762-8267 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V363 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V363000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →