2011 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE Complaints and Recall Information
The 2011 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE has 0 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to vehicle safety systems and equipment as indicated by the recalls. There are no consumer complaints recorded for this model year.
There are five recalls affecting this model. The recalls involve the engine and engine cooling system, vehicle speed control and electrical circuits, brake lights, and onboard fire extinguishers. These defects impact various mechanical and safety components.
Recalls- Engine and cooling system. NHTSA recall 11V531000 affects 66 vehicles. The V-band clamp assembly connecting sections to the diesel oxidation catalyst or particulate filter may fracture, causing disconnects. Loose or detached components can vent hot exhaust gases, risking combustion and fire. Repairs are performed free of charge by authorized Cummins dealers.
- Cruise control and brake lights. NHTSA recall 13V005000 involves 451 vehicles. Connectors for diode jumpers may come loose, disrupting circuits that disengage cruise control and illuminate brake lights. Failure to disengage cruise control or signal braking raises crash risk. Daimler Truck North America inspects and repairs affected vehicles at no cost.
- Electrical system. Included in NHTSA recall 13V005000, this addresses open circuits caused by loose diode jumpers affecting critical vehicle functions. These electrical failures increase crash potential. Daimler Trucks oversees notification and correction procedures.
- Brake lights. Also part of NHTSA recall 13V005000, this defect causes brake lights to fail when pedal is pressed, compromising communication with other drivers and elevating crash risk. Repairs are conducted by dealers as part of the recall campaign.
- Fire extinguishers. NHTSA recall 17V756000 covers 365,885 vehicles including multiple model years. Kidde plastic-handle or push-button extinguishers may become clogged or require excessive force to activate. Nozzle detachment can cause injury and prevent extinguisher operation, increasing injury risk during fires. Forest River directs owners to contact Kidde for free replacements.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs, safety defects, or unresolved recall issues may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consumers should consult their state’s lemon law provisions to understand their protections and remedies.
2011 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE Summary
2011
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
3
Total Recalls
366402
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2011 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE
365885 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2003-2018 Forest River Berkshire, Charleston, Rockport, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Riverstone, Salem, Sandpiper, Sierra, Vengeance, Wildcat, Wildwood, XLR Boost, Cargo Mate, Continental Cargo, motorhomes, recreational trailers, toyhaulers, cargo trailers and restroom trailers and 2009-2018 Coachmen Mirada, Pursuit, Concord, Leprechaun, Freelander, Orion and Prism motorhomes, 2009-2017 Coachmen Apex and Catalina recreational trailers, and 2013-2017 Shasta Oasis and Revere recreational trailers, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
2011 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE
451 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Forest River is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Berkshire and Charleston diesel motorhomes. The chassis are equipped with connectors for diode jumpers that may come loose, resulting in an open circuit. Two circuits are affected: The one that disengages the cruise control with brake pedal use, and the one that illuminates the brake lights with brake pedal use.
Risk: Failure of the cruise control to disengage when the brakes are applied may increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Without the brake lights illuminating when the brakes are applied, the driver's intent is not communicated, increasing the risk of a crash.
2011 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE
66 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
FOREST RIVER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 BERKSHIRE MODELS 360FWS, 390BH, 390RB AND 390QS RECREATIONAL VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 2010, THROUGH FEBRUARY 28, 2011, EQUIPPED WITH A CUMMINS ISX OR ISL DIESEL ENGINE. THE V-BAND CLAMP ASSEMBLY, PART NUMBERS Q187684, Q187685, AND Q187686, USED TO CONNECT THE INLET AND OUTLET CONE SECTIONS TO THE DIESEL OXIDATION CATALYST (DOC)/DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER (DPF) INCLUDE A T-BOLT WHICH CAN FRACTURE AND FAIL WHEN SUBJECTED TO STRESS OR LOAD. A FRACTURE OR FAILURE OF THE T-BOLT MAY CAUSE THE CLAMP TO LOOSEN AND THE INLET OR OUTLET SECTIONS ATTACHED TO THE DOC/DPF HOUSING TO DISCONNECT.
Risk: IF THE INLET OR OUTLET SECTIONS DISCONNECT, HOT EXHAUST GASES CAN VENT PRIOR TO EXITING THE TAILPIPE, CREATING THE RISK OF COMBUSTION AND A FIRE. IF BOTH CLAMPS FAIL, THERE IS A RISK IN SOME APPLICATIONS THAT THE DOC/DPF HOUSING MAY DETACH COMPLETELY, CREATING A ROAD HAZARD.
Complaints
No complaints found.