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Campaign 24V253 Posted April 5, 2024 3,680 units

2018-2024 Starcraft Bus Recall 24V253: Brake Lines

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 20, 2026

Recall 24V253 covers 3,680 2018-2024 Starcraft Bus transit buses, including multiple models, with unsecured brake lines. Repair is free at any franchised Starcraft Bus dealer.

Starcraft Bus is recalling 3,680 2018-2024 transit buses, including Senator Ii, Allstar, and Universal models, because unsecured brake lines can contact the frame rail and become damaged. Damaged brake lines can cause loss of brake pressure and increase crash risk, and Starcraft Bus dealers will complete the repair free of charge.

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What's wrong?

The rear brake lines on these 2018-2024 Starcraft Bus transit buses are hydraulic lines that carry pressurized brake fluid to the rear foundation brakes. When the driver presses the brake pedal, that pressure moves through the lines so the rear brakes help slow and stop the bus. The lines need to stay clipped in place and clear of the frame.

On the recalled buses, retainer clips, also called P-clamps, were not installed during chassis stretching. Without those clips, the brake lines are not held where they belong. A loose line rubs against the frame rail, and that contact damages the line over time. Forest River traced the problem to a manufacturing error.

There is no warning sign before failure. The recall filing lists no owner-noticeable symptom before the brake line problem occurs.

Who's affected?

Covers 10 bus models across the 2018-2024 model years, all tied to the rear hydraulic brake hose.

2022 Starcraft Bus Senator Ii hydraulic brake hose
2018 Starcraft Bus Candidate Ii hydraulic brake hose
2023 Eldorado Advantage hydraulic brake hose
2023 Starcraft Bus Senator Ii hydraulic brake hose
2023 Starcraft Bus Allstar Mvp hydraulic brake hose
Units affected3,680

A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.

What's the safety risk?

Damaged brake lines can cause loss of brake pressure, which increases crash risk. There is no warning sign before failure, so take any braking change seriously and arrange service promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Starcraft Bus dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2024 Starcraft Bus Senator Ii, Candidate Ii, Advantage, Allstar Mvp, Allstar, Elkc, Universal, Senator Ii Mvp, Starlite, or Challenger is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Starcraft Bus dealer to schedule the free brake-line inspection and securement that keeps unsecured brake lines from rubbing against the frame rail.
  3. Bring the recall notice if Starcraft Bus mailed one, or reference recall number 24V253 when you call.
  4. Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and leave extra following distance.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a Starcraft Bus technician inspects the brake lines and secures them so they do not contact the frame rail. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. The manufacturer used its general reimbursement plan on file, so documented out of pocket repairs tied to this brake line issue are handled through that plan. Bring prior repair paperwork to the service desk and ask how to submit it for review.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

April 5, 2024 NHTSA published the recall
May 1, 2024 Owner notification mailed
May 15, 2024 Dealer notification began
May 15, 2024 Dealer notification ended
May 15, 2024 VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
May 15, 2024 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 24V253?

Recall 24V253 covers 3,680 2018-2024 Starcraft Bus transit buses with brake lines that were not secured properly. The lines can contact the frame rail, become damaged, and cause loss of brake pressure, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and secure the brake lines for free.

What should I do if my 2018-2024 Starcraft Bus transit bus is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 24V253. If it is, contact a franchised Starcraft Bus dealer to schedule the brake-line inspection and repair. Reference Forest River Bus recall number 05-1756 when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair this defect at no cost, and the remedy says dealers will inspect and secure the brake lines free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Starcraft Bus dealer.

What is the safety risk?

The risk is loss of brake pressure. If an unsecured brake line rubs against the frame rail and becomes damaged, braking force can drop and crash risk increases. Until the bus is inspected, use the VIN result and dealer guidance to decide whether it belongs in service.

When were owners notified about recall 24V253?

Forest River Bus mailed owner notification letters on May 1, 2024. If you bought the bus used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then call the dealer with recall 24V253 or Forest River Bus number 05-1756.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V253000
Starcraft Bus customer service1-800-348-7440
NHTSA recall #24V253
NHTSA recall # (full)24V253000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →