2018 DYNAMAX ISATA
3 recalls, 6 complaints - 8 TSBs
19V902000 Dec 18, 2019
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Dynamax Isata motorhomes. The slim-rack slide out mechanisms may activate unintentionally, extending or retracting the slide room unexpectedly.
Consequence
If the slide-room extends or retracts unexpectedly, there is an increased risk of injury or a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new controller and switch for the slideout mechanism, free of charge. The recall began January 24, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 55-1030.
19V295000 Apr 11, 2019
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
Defect Description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Dynamax Isata vehicles built on a RAM chassis and equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in... Read more
Consequence
Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and Chrysler dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the BTSI, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began May 6, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Forest River at 1-574-262-3474. Forest River's n... Read more
17V707000 Nov 10, 2017
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Dynamax Isata vehicles, models ISC36DSD, ISC35DBD, ISC36DSD4X4, built on RAM chassis equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines that have Concentric-brand water pumps without a vent hole. These water pumps may leak coolant.
Consequence
The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners and Chrysler/RAM dealers will replace the water pumps, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-262-3474 extension 212, or Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Forest River's number for ... Read more
Complaint Statistics
6 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 1 |
| TIRES:SIDEWALL | 1 |
TIRES:SIDEWALL
Jul 15, 2024
Incident date: Jun 24, 2024
Sidewall blow out and tire tread separation. Continental 205/55R16.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 25, 2022
Incident date: Apr 25, 2022
The ABS (anti lock braking system) module failed resulting in ongoing beeping with display warning to service the system, and intermittent failure of other electrical features. A local mechanic diagnosed the problem and recommended replacement of the module. The Dynamax RV is a coach built on a Ra... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Oct 25, 2022
Incident date: Apr 25, 2022
The ABS (anti lock braking system) module failed resulting in ongoing beeping with display warning to service the system, and intermittent failure of other electrical features. A local mechanic diagnosed the problem and recommended replacement of the module. The Dynamax RV is a coach built on a Ra... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Aug 20, 2019
Incident date: Aug 15, 2019
WE PURCHASED THIS MOTORHOME ON 8/12/19. THE LEVELING SYSTEM WAS NOT WORKING SO UPON CRAWLING UNDERNEATH TO FIND OUT WHAT WAS LEAKING WE DISCOVERED A COUPLING IN THE MODIFIED BRAKE LINE LEAKING. WE CHECKED THE BRAKE FLUID AND HALF WAS GONE. WE CONTACTED DYNAMAX WHO CLAIMED IT WAS CHRYSLERS RESPONSIBI... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 8, 2019
Incident date: Apr 1, 2019
VEHICLE IS A 2018 MERCEDES BENZ SPRINTER-BASED 24 FT MOTORHOME. IT WAS STATIONARY WITH ENGINE OFF. WHEN ROTATING THE DRIVER'S SWIVEL SEAT 180 DEGREES (WHICH IT IS DESIGNED TO DO), UNDERSEAT WIRING WAS SEVERED DUE TO IMPROPER WIRE ROUTING BY THE "UPFITTER" (DYNAMAX CORP), THUS CAUSING AN INSTRUMENT... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Jul 8, 2019
Incident date: Apr 1, 2019
VEHICLE IS A 2018 MERCEDES BENZ SPRINTER-BASED 24 FT MOTORHOME. IT WAS STATIONARY WITH ENGINE OFF. WHEN ROTATING THE DRIVER'S SWIVEL SEAT 180 DEGREES (WHICH IT IS DESIGNED TO DO), UNDERSEAT WIRING WAS SEVERED DUE TO IMPROPER WIRE ROUTING BY THE "UPFITTER" (DYNAMAX CORP), THUS CAUSING AN INSTRUMENT... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2018 DYNAMAX ISATA
8 manufacturer communications from 6 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | 1 |
| 063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) | 1 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| 180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 1 |
511312
Mar 24, 2021
200000 WHEELS
As per Mercedes Interim Recall Notice 21V042, one or more of the rear-wheel speed sensors may experience an electrical failure, which potentially could lead to a disablement of the Electronic Stability Control control unit functions. If ESP
511293
Feb 11, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
In our continuing efforts to assure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, MB USA is extending the warranty on the wheel speed sensors ("WSS") for the affected vehicles to a total
511293
Feb 11, 2021
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
In our continuing efforts to assure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, MB USA is extending the warranty on the wheel speed sensors ("WSS") for the affected vehicles to a total
511268
Jan 11, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mercedes-Benz USA is extending the warranty of the exhaust gas recirculation (??A?A?EGR??A?A?) valve for the affected vehicles to a total of 11 years / 120,000 miles from the vehicle??A?A?s original New Vehicle Limited Warranty start date.
511083
Sep 9, 2019
063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
Daimler AG (DAG), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that a defect related to a motor vehicle emissions control system may exist on certain Model Year 2016-2018 Sprinter models. Mercedes-Benz Canada Inc. (MBC) theref
550890
Oct 31, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Certain vehicles were manufactured with a Safe-T-Alert LP/CO detector that incorporated a relay that would shut off the LP supply if the LP/CO went into alarm mode. The LP/CO detectors? wiring from the detector to the relay and solenoid was
550459
Oct 30, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The neutral wire may be improperly stripped and the connection to the generator may not be properly secured with the wire nut.
550459
Oct 30, 2017
112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
The neutral wire may be improperly stripped and the connection to the generator may not be properly secured with the wire nut.
DYNAMAX ISATA - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the DYNAMAX ISATA across all model years (1997, 2024).
37
Total Recalls
28
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
4
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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