Forest River Forester problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 13 owner complaints and 22 recalls on file for the Forest River Forester (2010–2027).

Complaints
13
Recalls
22
Model years
18
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

201020121201413201612018202022202211202412026
NHTSA complaints per Forest River Forester model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Forest River Forester model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2027 Forester00001—
2026 Forester00002—
2025 Forester10002Electrical System
2024 Forester10002Wheels & Tires
2023 Forester10004Wheels & Tires
2022 Forester20003Body & Structure
2021 Forester20005Wheels & Tires
2020 Forester00003—
2019 Forester00002—
2018 Forester10003Body & Structure
2017 Forester00002—
2016 Forester30003Body & Structure
2015 Forester10001Electrical System
2014 Forester10003—
2013 Forester00004—
2012 Forester00001—
2011 Forester00001—
2010 Forester00001—

Most common Forest River Forester problem areas (all years)

  • Electrical System
    3 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    3 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    3 complaints
  • Brakes
    1 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts
    1 complaints
  • Suspension
    1 complaints

Complaint trend

Complaints about the Forest River Forester received by NHTSA each month.

Forest River Forester recalls

  • Recall 26V646000Oct 5, 202675 vehiclesModel years 2026–2027

    Risk: A tire can be overinflated after referencing the incorrect information, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 25V486000Jul 25, 2025534 vehiclesModel years 2025–2026

    Risk: A detached fuel line can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 24V351000May 17, 2024691 vehiclesModel years 2023–2025

    Risk: A propane gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 23V774000Nov 17, 202319 vehiclesModel years 2022–2024

    Risk: A slideroom unexpectedly extends increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V286000Apr 21, 20231,027 vehiclesModel years 2021–2023

    Risk: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 23V262000Apr 13, 20232,616 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: Loose hardware can cause the solar panels to detach from the vehicle during transit, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V556000Jul 29, 202249,295 vehiclesModel years 2022–2023

    Risk: An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 20V477000Aug 14, 2020412 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: If the wiring harness is damaged, the side air bag within the seat may deploy inadvertently or not deploy as designed in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

  • Recall 20V363000Jun 19, 2020522 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: Loss of brake fluid can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V358000Jun 16, 2020392 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: If the driver relies on the Auto-P function as described in the Operator's Manual, vehicle rollaway or movement may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V527000Aug 13, 20182,582 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019

    Risk: If the awning deploys while moving, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V444000Jul 3, 201853 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: High electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 18V357000Jun 1, 2018471 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: Loose rear axle assemblies can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V612000Oct 2, 20176 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: The Federal Placards may cause the operator to not properly maintain the tires and/or wheels. Failure to maintain the tires may lead to improper handling, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V513000Aug 18, 2017184 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: Operating the vehicle with low front tire pressures may result in tire damage, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V465000Jun 27, 20161,999 vehiclesModel years 2015–2017

    Risk: If the rear brake lights fail to illuminate, following motorists may not realize that the vehicle in front of them is stopping. Inoperative taillights, clearance lights and marker lights will make the vehicle less visible to others. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V336000May 23, 201613 vehiclesModel years 2016–2017

    Risk: Failure to meet the flammability standard of FMVSS 302 could enhance the spread of a flame in the event of a fire, increasing the risk serious injury.

  • Recall 14V449000Jul 23, 20141,041 vehiclesModel years 2013–2014

    Risk: If the microwave starts on its own and there are contents inside, a fire could result.

  • Recall 13V251000Jun 18, 2013289 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: A short circuit may result in smoke, melting or a fire.

  • Recall 13V203000May 17, 20139,526 vehiclesModel years 2013–2014

    Risk: If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.

  • Recall 13V037000Feb 1, 2013Model years 2013

    Risk: If the ignition key is removed while the vehicle is still on and/or the vehicle is not in Park, the vehicle may rollaway and the unintended movement of the vehicle may result in a possible crash or injury to pedestrians.

  • Recall 12V458000Sep 18, 20121,585 vehiclesModel years 2010–2013

    Risk: A damaged LPG fuel line can lead to an explosion and/or fire, increasing the risk of injury or death.

Other Forest River models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology