---
title: "18V-357 recall: Coachmen and Forest River"
kind: "recall"
source: "nhtsa"
campaignId: "18V-357"
url: "https://www.rigfixhq.com/recalls/18V-357"
markdownUrl: "https://www.rigfixhq.com/recalls/18V-357.md"
---

# 18V-357 recall: Coachmen and Forest River

These are official NHTSA recalls. A model year on a campaign is not proof a VIN is included. Owner reports are not included.

**Campaign:** 18V-357
**Manufacturer:** Forest River, Inc.
**Component:** POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
**Filed:** June 1, 2018
**NHTSA:** https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V357

## The problem

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Forest River Forester and Sunseeker and Coachmen Leprechaun and Freelander motorhomes.  The U-Bolts that secure the rear differential may not have been properly tightened, causing them to loosen over time and allowing the rear axles to shift.

## The safety risk

Loose rear axle assemblies can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

## The remedy

Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the U-Bolts and properly tighten or replace the U-Bolts, as necessary, free of charge.  The recall began on June 6, 2018.  Owners may contact Forest River customer service for Sunseeker and Forester vehicles at 1-574-206-7600, or Coachmen customer service for Freelander and Leprechaun vehicles at 1-574-825-8602.  Forest River's number for this recall is 105-0749.


## Rigs named in this campaign

A model year on this list is not proof a VIN is included.

- 2019 Coachmen Leprechaun: [year page](https://www.rigfixhq.com/issues/coachmen/leprechaun/2019) · [markdown](https://www.rigfixhq.com/issues/coachmen/leprechaun/2019.md)
- 2019 Forest River Forester: [year page](https://www.rigfixhq.com/issues/forest-river/forester/2019) · [markdown](https://www.rigfixhq.com/issues/forest-river/forester/2019.md)
- 2019 Forest River Sunseeker: [year page](https://www.rigfixhq.com/issues/forest-river/sunseeker/2019) · [markdown](https://www.rigfixhq.com/issues/forest-river/sunseeker/2019.md)


HTML page: https://www.rigfixhq.com/recalls/18V-357