Headlights may shut off while driving
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2014-2017 berkshire xl and xlt buses. the headlights may shut off while switching from low beam to high beam settings, reducing visibility for the operator and other vehicles.
Safety Consequence
If the headlights shut off while driving, decreasing or causing a full loss of visibility, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will install a supplemental wiring harness that will stop the headlights from shutting off unexpectedly, free of charge. the recall began on october 31, 2017. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-295-2117. forest river's number for this recall is 40-0241.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Forest River, Inc. or involving Exterior Lighting.
FAQ: Recall 17V623000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V623000?
NHTSA recall 17V623000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on October 6, 2017. It addresses: Headlights may shut off while driving. The recall affects approximately 276 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V623000 or the manufacturer campaign number 40-0241. 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.
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.