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2015-2026 · 8 model years
Dynamax DX3 Problems by year
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the Dynamax DX3 across 8 model years, and it has 2 recalls. The 2026 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (1), while 2015 has far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the electrical system, followed by the equipment & accessories.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
DX3 complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common DX3 problems
Dynamax DX3 recalls 2
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Latest DX3 complaints
Got an engine warning light while traveling. Our RV only has 67,000 miles on it. Cummins local dealer reports it is a Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) unit problem and unit needs a $10,000 replacement. This SCR is supposed to last 500,000 miles. Cummins refuses to cover the cost for this SCR repair even though Cummins issued a 2022-2024 voluntary recall acknowledging the problem_Cummins CR 2113. We never received a recall notice. Failure to replace will progressively lead to ghost error codes and eventually...
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having the unit go into limp mode before stopping unexpectedly. Many people with this problem report a similar refusal by Cummins and some have been left on the side of the road when the unit fails because it is a difficult problem to diagnose.
Attached are pics of my failed 7 pole connector. The part number is (Hopkins #[redacted]). I took the RV to 24/7 Motorcoach and Victoria, Parts Manager, [[redacted]] Ext #5) filed claim #[redacted] on [redacted]. The claim was "Under Review" for almost a month. Now shows Approved Processing. I have a trip planned for tomorrow with my enclosed car trailer and did not have time to wait for the part. I purchased the replacement part myself from NAPA Auto Parts (Part #755-2621) and installed it myself. The same...
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failure occurred. One of the pins pulled out and the lights/turn signals/brake/hazard/running lights/brake controller did not function properly or at all. I took the RV back to 24/7 Motorcoach and they removed the entire old back part of the connector which was connected directly to the 7 wires with spades, heat shrink tubing and silicone. They replaced the part with a different part (Hopkins #48474) which does not require a wiring harness. My Dynamax DX3 32KD did not come with a wiring harness. The original part #XXXrequires a harness to be installed properly and Hopkins sells an optional harness (part #40985) which MUST BE USED with part #40950. That is why the pin kept pulling out and the other pins were disconnected from the connector. In addition, the 20amp fuse in the engine compartment that provides power to the connector was blown. I have the blown fuse. I also have all of the part from the failed connector and all of the heat shrink and silicone pieces along with the failed connector. Clearly, Dynamax installed the connector incorrectly and this caused the failure. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Our rig started having problems leveling. The unit made loud popping noises that sounded like it was coming from behind and below the driver seat. Our local tech noticed that there were incomplete or cracked welds in the frame. We notified Forest River of the concerns and they insisted that the rig was safe. All other professional opinions obtained stated that it was not safe and needed to be addressed. This included a heavy duty vehicle weld shop. They would not even touch it. The rig was sent to Forest River...
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in Elkhart, IN for warranty work. They stated that they were not going to do anything with the welds. We are very concerned that this could cause catastrophic failure and kill someone. Our rig will remain at Forest River as we are not willing to accept this response. I have included photos of the concerns. Their electrical system is not good either. The wires are pinched in the framing.
While driving the vehicle, the air horns detached and fell onto the roadway and became inoperable. The air horn trumpets are metal and weigh a pound or so each. This has happened 3 times and I have had the air horns break again. The last time one trumpet became lodged on the front sway bar and dangled beneath the vehicle. It almost hit the drive belts on the engine.
Questions about the Dynamax DX3
Which Dynamax DX3 years have the most problems?
Which Dynamax DX3 years have the fewest complaints?
Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2015 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other DX3 years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.
What are the most common Dynamax DX3 problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the electrical system (3), equipment & accessories (1), fuel system (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Dynamax DX3 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls across all Dynamax DX3 model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data