2003 Forest River Windsong recalls and problems
The 2003 Forest River Windsong has 3 safety recalls and 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Forest River dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2003 Forest River Windsong vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2003 Forest River Windsong recalls
Recall 09V-110: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problem: Navistar is recalling certain model year my 2001-2008 workhorse w20, w21 and w22 chassis and certain model year 2009 through 2011 monaco rv admiral, arista, monarch, and riptide recreational vehicles equipped with axles that include bosch zops or zoht pin slide hydraulic disc brakes. When combined with occasional or seasonal vehicle operation may experience calipers sticking in the applied position. This can result in abnormal heat generation at the wheel end causing brake drag. The driver would normally have warning of the brake drag if undetected by the driver.
Risk: The temperature increase at the wheel end can eventually lead to soft pedal conditions due to brake fluid boil, and possible extended stopping distance increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Workhorse dealers will replace all four bosch brake caliper assemblies free of charge. The safety recall began on september 16, 2010. Owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-246-7731.
Recall 07V-085: Equipment
Problem: Certain recreational vehicles equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (Gas flame) is present.
Risk: Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.
Fix: Forest river will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (Please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist you in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or forest river at 1-574-389-4600,
Recall 03V-347: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problem: Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." the brake system warning indicator may not function as required by standard.
Risk: In some of the affected vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or for a low brake fluid condition, if the body builder relied solely upon ford's ivm compliance statement for the brake system warning indicator.
Fix: Dealers will repair the brake warning lamp circuit. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact forest river at 1-574-389-4600.
2003 Forest River Windsong problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 3 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | |
| Wheels | 1 | |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Wheels › Rim — 1
- Tires › Sidewall — 1
- Tires › Valve — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 10,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2003 Forest River Windsong complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2003 Forest River Windsong have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2003 Forest River Windsong: 09V-110 (service brakes, hydraulic), 07V-085 (equipment), 03V-347 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Forest River Windsong?
Owners report tires problems most often (3 reports), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 10,000 miles.
Are Forest River recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Forest River dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.