ELKHART 2018 ELKHART ECE3 Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2018 ELKHART ECE3
Brand
ELKHART
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2018
Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain 2018 ELKHART ECE3 vehicles due to seats issues. In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Elkhart ECE3 and ECE4 buses, equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Forest River has notified owners, and Freedman will repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall begin March 8, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-(574) 327-2700 or Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540. Forest River's number for this recall is 42-0975.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026