Top RV News: OCT 28, 2024

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RVIA to Host Webinar on California Lemon Law Changes

Join the RV Industry Association (RVIA) from 2-3 p.m., Nov. 5, for a critical webinar on the?recent changes ?to the California lemon law known as Song-Beverly. The webinar aims to educate the RV industry on what these changes mean, how they will resolve consumer issues faster, and ensuring our members stay informed to better serve their end consumers, according to the RVIA.

During this webinar, officials will discuss what has changed in the law, the impact this may have on your business, and what you should know as you prepare for these changes. With new provisions going into effect in January and April 2025, this is a great opportunity for RV manufacturers to learn about their new responsibilities under the law.

Protective Asset Protection a Gold Partner?for Dealer Confab

FAIRFAX, Va. – The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) announces that Protective Asset Protection is returning as the gold partner for the 2024 RV Dealers Convention/Expo. Protective has been a consistent top-level supporter of the premier dealer education event since 1992, and Protective’s XtraRide service contract program has been endorsed by the RVDA for over 30 years.

The Convention/Expo will take place Nov. 11-15, 2024, at Paris Las Vegas and is sponsored by RVDA of U.S., RVDA of Canada, and the Mike Molino RV Learning Center.?

“We are thankful to have Protective Asset Protection once again as the gold partner for this year’s Convention/Expo,” said Convention/Expo Committee Chair Chris Andro, Hemlock Hill RV Sales in Southington, CT. “Having such faithful partners each year allows us to continue to provide the best educational opportunities that help our dealers continue to improve their business practices.” ?

NHTSA Releases its Most Recent Installment of RV Recalls

"Forest River Inc. is recalling 2,783 2024 Ahara, Entrada, 2022-2025 FR3, Georgetown, 2021-2023 Dynamax Isata, 2021-2025 Encore, Mirada, Pursuit, 2025 Sportscoach, V-Cruise, V-Sport, V-Tour, 2023 Sunseeker, and 2024-2025 V-RV motorhomes, equipped with General Electric air conditioners with a soft start device with part number ICM870-16A-BH5400. The air conditioner soft start device may fail and overheat. The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Nov. 26. Owners may contact Encore, Mirada, Pursuit and Sportscoach customer service at 1-574-825-8212, Isata customer service at 574-262-3474, Georgetown, FR3, and Sunseeker customer service at 574-206-7600, Ahara and Entrada customer service at 574-264-6664, and V-Cruise, V-RV, V-Sport, and V-Tour customer service at 574-617-6408. Forest River’s number for this recall is 51-1839.

Forest River Inc. is recalling 16 2023-2024 Riverstone fifth-wheel trailers. The solar panels may have been incorrectly connected in parallel and instead of in series, causing the wiring to overheat and melt. Dealers will inspect the wiring and replace the cable entry plate and solar controller as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Nov. 27. Owners may call Forest River Customer Service at 260-593-2425. Forest River’s number for this recall is 70-1853.

Forest River, Inc. is recalling 272 2024-2025 Catalina and 2025 Aurora travel trailers. The washer preparation area may not have an anti-siphon vent installed, allowing sewer gas to enter the vehicle. Dealers install an anti-siphon vent, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 27, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at (574) 825-4995. Forest River’s number for this recall is 103-1854."

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