Forest River recall 20V562 covers 1,000 2018-2021 Berkshire, Sportscoach, and Legacy motorhomes for inner-wheel tire valve damage. Repair will be free once available.
Forest River is recalling 1,000 2018-2021 Berkshire, Sportscoach, and Legacy motorhomes because the inner-wheel tire valve stem extension can contact the outer wheel rim opening and become damaged. Extensive damage can cause loss of tire pressure in the inner wheel and raise crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The tire valve stem extension on affected 2018-2021 Forest River Berkshire, Sportscoach, and Legacy motorhomes lets a driver or technician reach the inner rear tire valve on a dual-wheel setup. It extends the valve stem through the outer wheel area so the inner tire can be checked and inflated without removing hardware. The stabilizer is meant to keep that extension centered and away from the wheel rim.
On these motorhomes, the extension can contact the opening in the outer wheel rim while the vehicle is moving. That rubbing can damage the extension, dislocate the stabilizer, or mark the rim. Once the extension is damaged, the inner tire can lose air or show low pressure during inspection.
Owners can hear a rattling noise from the stem extension rubbing against the wheel opening while driving. A visual inspection can also show a moved stabilizer, damage to the stem extension or rim, or low pressure in the inner tire.
Who's affected?
The Berkshire, Sportscoach, and Legacy lines span 2018-2021, with the same tire valve component listed for each year and model shown below.
| 2019 Forest River Berkshire | tire |
|---|---|
| 2021 Forest River Berkshire | tire |
| 2018 Coachmen Sportscoach | tire |
| 2020 Coachmen Sportscoach | tire |
| 2020 Forest River Legacy | tire |
| 2019 Coachmen Sportscoach | tire |
| 2019 Forest River Legacy | tire |
| 2018 Forest River Berkshire | tire |
| 2018 Forest River Legacy | tire |
| 2020 Forest River Berkshire | tire |
| Units affected | 1,000 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents 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?
Extensive valve stem extension damage can lead to inner tire pressure loss, increasing the risk of a crash. A rattling noise from the valve stem extension, a loose stabilizer, visible stem or rim damage, or low inner tire pressure is a reason to slow down and arrange dealer service. Repair will be free at any franchised Forest River dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2021 Berkshire, Sportscoach, or Legacy motorhome is included in this recall.
- Contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-547-0712 for current repair instructions before scheduling service.
- Ask whether the DTNA inner-wheel valve-stem inspection or stabilizer replacement is ready for your motorhome; the repair is free when provided under this recall.
- Reference recall number 20V562 when you call, and mention Forest River recall 51-1228 or DTNA recall FL-861 if the service desk asks.
- Avoid long trips until the inner-wheel valve-stem extension is inspected, because damage can cause tire-pressure loss and raise crash risk.
What happens at the repair
Once Forest River opens the dealer repair, a Forest River technician will inspect the inner wheel valve stem stabilizers and replace any stabilizers that need replacement. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Forest River has a general reimbursement plan on file for prior related repairs. If you paid for this valve stem stabilizer repair before the recall notice, ask Forest River customer service how to submit documentation for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 17, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 24, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 15, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| December 15, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 15, 2020 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| December 15, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V562?
Recall 20V562 covers 1,000 2018-2021 Forest River Berkshire, Sportscoach, and Legacy motorhomes built on a Daimler Trucks chassis. The inner wheel tire valve stem extension can contact the outer wheel rim opening, become damaged, and lead to tire pressure loss.
What should I do if my 2018-2021 Forest River Berkshire, Sportscoach, or Legacy is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 20V562. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer and reference recall number 51-1228 or DTNA recall FL-861. DTNA inspects the inner wheel valve stem stabilizers and replaces parts as needed.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Forest River says DTNA will inspect the inner wheel valve stem stabilizers, or replace them as needed, free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is tire pressure loss at the inner wheel. Forest River says extensive damage to the valve stem extension can cause loss of tire pressure, increasing crash risk. Have the valve stem stabilizers inspected and repaired through the recall process.
When did the repair start?
The recall repair began November 24, 2020. Forest River directed owners to contact Forest River or DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712, and the recall numbers are 51-1228 for Forest River and FL-861 for DTNA.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V562000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-800-547-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V562 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V562000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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