2023 Forest River Bus Champion Bus recalls and problems
The 2023 Forest River Bus Champion Bus has 1 safety recall. Recall repairs are free at any Forest River Bus dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2023 Forest River Bus Champion Bus vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2023 Forest River Bus Champion Bus recalls
Recall 25V-278: Electrical System
Problem: Forest River Bus, LLC (Forest River Bus) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Champion Challenger, Defender, 2024-2025 Glaval Entourage, and 2023-2024 Glaval Universal transit buses. The entry door ground wire may be incorrectly connected to the positive side of the battery instead of the negative ground.
Risk: An incorrect ground connection increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will repair the wiring at the entry door, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River Bus customer service at 800-348-7440. Forest River Bus's number for this recall is 05-1925.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2023 Forest River Bus Champion Bus have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2023 Forest River Bus Champion Bus: 25V-278 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Forest River Bus recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Forest River Bus dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.