2018 Glaval Bus Legacy Recall: Forest River, Inc
NHTSA campaign 18V003000 · Service Brakes, Air · filed Jan 3, 2018 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Glaval Legacy transit buses.The brake caliper mounting bolts on these vehicles may not been properly tightened, potentially resulting in the caliper detaching.
The risk
The calipers can detach resulting in a deduction in braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bolts, replacing them as needed, free of charge. The recall began on February 8, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-343-5167, or DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Forest River's number for this recall is 35-0608.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Glaval Bus | Legacy | 2018 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 18V003000 (manufacturer number 35-0608). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.