NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V846
Manufacturer Forest River
, Inc.
Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Potential Number of Units Affected 52
A brake fluid leak or air ingestion can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Summary
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Georgetown recreational vehicles, models GTA31L5, GTA31R5, GTA369XLF, GTA36B5, GTA36B5F, GTA377XLF, GTA378XLF, built on Ford chassis and equipped with Antilock Brake Systems (ABS). The brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) on these vehicles may be missing valve block ball plugs, potentially causing a brake fluid leak or air ingestion during electronic brake distribution and/or ABS activation.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and Ford or Lincoln dealers will inspect the HECU for missing valve block ball plugs, replacing the unit as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 26, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River’s number for this recall is 68-0606.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
January 17, 2018
- Mixes well with conventional fluids
- Low-moisture formula provides excellent vapor lock protection
- Ideal for hydraulic and disc brakes
- Ideal for hydraulic and disc brakes
- Mixes well with conventional fluids
- Low-moisture formula provides excellent vapor lock protection
- Provides an extra margin of safety in extreme braking conditions (packaging may vary)
- Mix of polyglycol ethers ensures hot brake-system operation will not create dangerous vapor
- Excellent for ABS, disc and drum brake systems
- Delivers braking power when needed by avoiding a spongy pedal
- Both wet and dry boiling points exceed the minimum government standards
- Exceeds DOT 3 regulations: Formulated to meet or surpass DOT 3 requirements, ensuring consistent braking performance and dependable stopping power in all conditions
- Premium high boiling point: Helps prevent vapor lock and brake fade under extreme heat, maintaining safe and reliable braking even in demanding situations
- Full synthetic formula: Provides superior resistance to moisture absorption and corrosion, helping protect vital brake system components for long-lasting performance
- Superior protection and performance: Designed to deliver reliable braking under extreme temperatures while supporting the safety and efficiency of the braking system
- Recommended applications: Suitable for ABS, disc, and drum brake systems; surpasses SAE J1703, FMVSS 116, and ISO 4925 DOT 3 specifications
- High quality blend of polyethylene glycol ethers and additives
- Compatible with all brake system rubber components and other brake fluids
- Prevents seal hardening or softening
- Protects against rust and corrosion
- Provides excellent lubricity
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