Improperly secured ceiling panels/fmvss 221
Defect Summary
Forest river bus, llc (forest river bus) is recalling certain 2019-2022 starcraft prodigy school buses. the interior panels on the ceiling may be improperly secured. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 221, "school bus body joint strength."
Safety Consequence
Improperly secured ceiling panels may not adequately protect the passengers in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the panels and apply adhesive, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed april 25, 2023. owners may contact forest river bus customer service at 1-800-348-7440. forest river bus number for this recall is 05-1621.
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FAQ: Recall 23V254000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 23V254000?
NHTSA recall 23V254000 was issued by Forest River Bus, Llc on April 7, 2023. It addresses: Improperly secured ceiling panels/fmvss 221. The recall affects approximately 29 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River Bus, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 23V254000 or the manufacturer campaign number 05-1621. 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.