Forest River Bus, LLC - Inadequate Roof Panel Joint Strength/FMVSS 221
USForest River Bus, LLC - Inadequate Roof Panel Joint Strength/FMVSS 221
Recalling Firm: Forest River Bus, LLC
Motif du rappel / Danger
TranslatedA school bus roof panel with inadequate joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Description du produit & Identification
TranslatedForest River Bus, LLC (Forest River) is recalling certain 2010-2020 Starcraft Prodigy, Quest, and 2013 Rondak school buses. The exterior front roof panel was manufactured with inadequate joint strength. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."
Produits concernés
TranslatedInadequate Roof Panel Joint Strength/FMVSS 221
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Inadequate Roof Panel Joint Strength/FMVSS 221 |
| Nhtsa id | 24V370000 |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V370000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Forest River Bus, LLC |
| Defect summary | Forest River Bus, LLC (Forest River) is recalling certain 2010-2020 Starcraft Prodigy, Quest, and 2013 Rondak school buses. The exterior front roof panel was manufactured with inadequate joint strength. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength." |
| Completion rate | 7.38 |
| Corrective action | Dealers will secure the exterior front roof section, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River's number for this recall is 05-1782. |
| Consequence summary | A school bus roof panel with inadequate joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. |
| Mfr campaign number | 05-1782 |
| Potentially affected | 854 |
| Report received date | 2024-05-28T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsLocate your 17-digit VIN on the driver-side dash or door pillar. Check whether your specific vehicle has an open safety campaign before scheduling service.
If a "Do Not Drive" warning is present, park the vehicle safely outdoors away from structures and contact the manufacturer for complimentary towing.
Contact any authorized franchised dealership. By federal law, all recall inspections, replacement components, and labor must be provided 100% free of charge.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (NHTSA).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Forest River Bus, LLC - Inadequate Roof Panel Joint Strength/FMVSS 221?
Check your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to verify if your specific car is affected. If the notice includes a 'Do Not Drive' warning, park the vehicle safely and contact an authorized dealership for towing and complimentary repair.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Under federal and international motor vehicle safety laws, franchised dealerships are legally required to perform all recall inspections, replacement parts, and labor 100% free of charge.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (NHTSA). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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