RecallNHTSA 25V278000Published

Forest River Bus, LLC: electrical system:wiring

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.

What to check on the product label

Compare the exact product and every lot, model, serial range or date listed in the official notice. A similar name alone does not establish that your product is included.

Identifiers in this source record

2023 FOREST RIVER BUS CHAMPION BUSManufacturer campaign: 05-1925Part: N/A2024 FOREST RIVER BUS CHAMPION BUS2023 GLAVAL BUS UNIVERSAL2024 GLAVAL BUS UNIVERSAL2024 FOREST RIVER BUS GLAVAL ENTOURAGE2025 FOREST RIVER BUS GLAVAL ENTOURAGE2025 FOREST RIVER BUS CHAMPION BUS
Details to have ready

Vehicle: VIN plus the year, make and model. Car seat or equipment: Manufacturer, model and production date from the label. Tire: Brand, tire line, size and DOT tire identification number.

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Why this notice was issued

An incorrect ground connection increases the risk of a fire.

Official action

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.

Follow the specific instructions and use the contact details in the announcement if you need help confirming a match or arranging the remedy.

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Product & source details

Product
2023 FOREST RIVER BUS CHAMPION BUS
Brand or manufacturer
FOREST RIVER BUS
Source
NHTSA
Notice type
Recall
Source reference
25V278000
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