NHTSA Campaign 18E007000

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Issued by Lippert Components, Inc. · Reported Jan 30, 2018 · 28 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Lippert Components, Inc. (LCI) is recalling certain Ford F53 chassis reduced from a standard wheelbase of 208" to 190" for use by Forest River in Coachmen and Mirada recreational vehicles. The driveshaft may be misaligned, possibly resulting in excessive vibration at highway speeds.

Consequence

The vibration may cause driveshaft damage, disabling the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

LCI will notify owners, and Forest River dealers will replace the two piece driveshaft with a three piece driveshaft, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 2018. Owners may contact LCI customer service at 1-574-538-4514. LCI's number for this recall is 2018-001-59.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
LIPPERT MODIFIED RV CHASSIS 28

Source: NHTSA Campaign 18E007000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.