Possible steering loss due to wrong spacer
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain model year 2015 glaval synergy transit buses manufactured march 23, 2015, to april 29, 2015. the affected vehicles are built on a freightliner custom chassis and have steering boxes that were manufactured using incorrect internal spacers, resulting in premature wear in the connection between the steering wheel and the front axle.
Safety Consequence
The steering wheel's connection to the front axle could fail resulting in a sudden loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and freightliner dealers will inspect and replace the steering box, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on june 10, 2016. note: owners are urged not to drive their vehicles until they have been inspected. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-262-2212 or freightliner customer service at 1-800-547-0712. forest river's number for this recall is 35-06022016-0207.
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FAQ: Recall 16V411000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V411000?
NHTSA recall 16V411000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on June 8, 2016. It addresses: Possible steering loss due to wrong spacer. The recall affects approximately 2 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V411000 or the manufacturer campaign number 35-06022016-0207. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
What does "Do Not Drive" mean for this recall?
NHTSA has flagged this recall as Do Not Drive, meaning the defect poses an immediate safety risk and affected vehicles should not be operated until they are repaired. Owners should contact their dealer immediately and may be eligible for free towing or a loaner vehicle while awaiting parts.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.