Recall 16V-890: 2016 Glaval Bus Legacy

Forest River, Inc. recall for service brakes, reported to NHTSA on Dec 12, 2016, covering about 6 vehicles.

NHTSA number
16V-890
Report date
Dec 12, 2016
Vehicles affected
6
Owners notified
Jan 4, 2017

The problem

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Glaval Legacy transit buses manufactured April 5, 2016, to October 5, 2016. The brake transmission shift interlock feature may be inoperable making it possible to shift into a drive gear without first pressing the brake pedal.

The risk

This condition can result in the vehicle moving unintentionally or rolling away, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

The fix

Forest River will notify owners. Allison Transmission Distributors and dealers will update the vehicle's software, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2017. Owners may contact Allison customer service at 1-800-252-5283, or Forest River customer service at 1-574-343-5167. Forest River's number for this recall is 35-12022016-0277.

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerForest River, Inc.
ComponentService Brakes
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number16V890000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Glaval Bus Legacy2016All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 16V-890?

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Glaval Legacy transit buses manufactured April 5, 2016, to October 5, 2016. The brake transmission shift interlock feature may be inoperable making it possible to shift into a drive gear without first pressing the brake pedal.

How is recall 16V-890 fixed?

Forest River will notify owners. Allison Transmission Distributors and dealers will update the vehicle's software, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2017. Owners may contact Allison customer service at 1-800-252-5283, or Forest River customer service at 1-574-343-5167. Forest River's number for this recall is 35-12022016-0277.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.