STARCRAFT BUS QUEST (2017) recall — Fuel System, Diesel
Forest River recalls 2017 Starcraft Bus models with potentially damaged fuel lines that could leak fuel, causing engine stalls or fire. Owners must have fuel lines inspected and screws replaced free of charge.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the fuel lines are damaged from the screws that are too long, fuel may leak and cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the leaking fuel may increase the risk of a fire.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Forest River is recalling certain 2017 Starcraft Bus models because screws securing the floor may be too long, damaging fuel lines. This could cause fuel leaks that lead to engine stalls or fires, increasing crash risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1226372-forest-river-2017-starcraft-bus-fuel-leak-recall-stop-using.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1226372-forest-river-2017-starcraft-bus-fuel-leak-recall-stop-using · Updated October 8, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #17V780000
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“Forest River 2017 Starcraft Bus Fuel Leak Recall: Stop Using to Prevent Fire.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1226372-forest-river-2017-starcraft-bus-fuel-leak-recall-stop-using. Based on NHTSA recall #17V780000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V780000).
Why it’s dangerous
Too long screws can damage fuel lines, causing fuel leaks. Leaking fuel may lead to engine stalls or fires, which could cause crashes or burns.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2017 Starcraft Bus Prodigy, Prodigy LP, and Quest school buses are affected. Drivers and passengers are at risk if fuel leaks cause engine stalls or fires.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 2017 Starcraft Bus Prodigy, Prodigy LP, or Quest models. The recall began on December 14, 2017, and applies to school buses with potentially damaged fuel lines.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Customer Service
Call Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440 to schedule a fuel line inspection and repair.
Get Fuel Lines Inspected
Dealers will inspect fuel lines and replace them if damaged, installing shorter screws to secure the floor.
What NHTSA says to do
Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel lines, replacing them as necessary, and will install shorter length screws to secure the floor, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2017. Owners may contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River's number for this recall is 05-0592.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The screws used to secure the floor may be too long, damaging fuel lines and causing fuel leaks that could lead to engine stalls or fires.
How can I tell if my bus is affected?
Check if you own a 2017 Starcraft Bus Prodigy, Prodigy LP, or Quest model. The recall began on December 14, 2017.
What should I do if my bus is affected?
Dealers will inspect fuel lines and replace them if needed, installing shorter screws to secure the floor. Contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440.
Contact Forest River
We’ve drafted a message you can send Forest River to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 17V780000 — Forest River Forest River Hello, I own a Forest River that is covered by recall 17V780000 from Forest River. The official recall notice states: Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel lines, replacing them as necessary, and will install shorter length screws to secure the floor, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2017. Owners may contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River's number for this recall is 05-0592. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #17V780000 (June 12, 2017)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 8, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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