Forest River Coachmen Motorhome Lawsuit

What’s the Problem?

This recall affects 2021 Forest River Coachmen Galleria motorhomes built on a Mercedes Benz Sprinter chassis, according to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

The outer area of the brake hoses on the front and rear axles of affected motorhomes may have been damaged during manufacturing, NHTSA said. These hoses could potentially leak brake fluid, affecting the braking performance of the RV, including the loss of directional stability while braking, increasing the risk of a crash.

Forest River is notifying owners and dealers will check the condition of the brake hoses on the front and rear axles and replace them, as needed, free of charge.

This recall began on December 10, 2020.

Forest River Travel Trailer Class Action Lawsuit

In June 2022, a class action lawsuit was filed in Montana alleging that certain Forest River Palomino Puma Fifth Wheel RVs were manufactured without the proper over-current protection needed to protect from an electrical short.

According to the lawsuit, Plaintiff Jay Nelson bought a new 2019 Forest River Puma fifth-wheel travel trailer from a Montana dealer. Just over a year later, Nelson observed smoke coming from the back of his pickup while he was towing his RV. He pulled over and observed a wiring fire on the fifth wheel, which he was able to put out.

Nelson argues the fire was caused by improper wiring and that Forest River didn’t have a circuit breaker in the wiring that ran from the house batteries out to the junction box. A short in the wiring led to too much current, and the wiring caught fire, Nelson claims.

Nelson further alleged that Forest River not only didn’t properly insulate the wiring, nor include circuit overload protection, but the company did so in violation of RVIA safety standards.

The lawsuit is Nelson v. Forest River Inc., et al., Case No. 4:22-cv-00049, in the U.S. District Court for the District of Montana.

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FAQs

1. What Are the Legal Options Available if My Forest River Coachmen Motorhome Has Experienced Multiple Repairs?

If your motorhome has undergone multiple repairs, consider legal action for compensation. Consult a lawyer specializing in defective vehicles to explore options like warranty claims or lawsuits.

2. Can I File a Lawsuit if My Forest River Coachmen Motorhome’s Defect Led to an Injury?

Yes, you can file a lawsuit. Document the defect, injury, and any related expenses. Consult an attorney experienced in product liability or motorhome defects.

3. What Compensation Might I Receive From a Successful Lawsuit Involving a Forest River Coachmen Motorhome?

Compensation may include repair costs, medical expenses, diminished value, and possibly punitive damages, depending on the defect’s severity and the lawsuit’s outcome. Consult a legal expert for specifics.

Do I Have a Forest River Coachmen Motorhome Lawsuit?

The Products Liability Litigation Group at Schmidt & Clark, LLP law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in Forest River Coachmen Motorhome Lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new injury and death cases in all 50 states.

If you or a loved one has been injured by a recalled motorhome, you should contact our law firm immediately for a free confidential case evaluation. You may be entitled to a settlement by filing a suit and we can help.