Forest River Georgetown problems by model year

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 44 owner complaints and 25 recalls on file for the Forest River Georgetown (2005–2025). The 2020 Georgetown has the most serious complaints, most often about body & structure.

Complaints: 44
Recalls: 25
Model years: 20
Worst year: 2020

Complaints by model year

NHTSA complaints per Forest River Georgetown 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.

Worst Forest River Georgetown years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

2020 Forest River Georgetown — 10 complaints; top problem: Body & Structure

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2009 (0 complaints).

Every Forest River Georgetown model year

Year	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Injuries	Recalls	Top problem
2025 Georgetown	2	0	0	0	1	Body & Structure
2024 Georgetown	5	1	1	1	2	Body & Structure
2023 Georgetown	3	0	1	0	2	Suspension
2022 Georgetown	2	0	0	0	3	Visibility & Wipers
2021 Georgetown	5	0	0	4	4	Suspension
2020 Georgetown	10	0	0	0	6	Body & Structure
2019 Georgetown	3	0	0	0	7	Visibility & Wipers
2018 Georgetown	2	0	0	0	5	Body & Structure
2017 Georgetown	3	0	0	0	6	Body & Structure
2016 Georgetown	1	0	0	0	4	Body & Structure
2015 Georgetown	1	0	0	0	3	—
2014 Georgetown	2	0	0	0	5	Lighting
2013 Georgetown	2	0	0	0	4	Body & Structure
2012 Georgetown	1	0	0	0	3	Suspension
2011 Georgetown	1	0	0	0	4	Visibility & Wipers
2010 Georgetown	1	0	1	0	3	Electrical System
2009 Georgetown	0	0	0	0	2	—
2008 Georgetown	0	0	0	0	1	—
2007 Georgetown	0	0	0	0	1	—
2005 Georgetown	0	0	0	0	1	—

Most common Forest River Georgetown problem areas (all years)

Body & Structure
12 complaints
Suspension
6 complaints
Visibility & Wipers
5 complaints
Electrical System
3 complaints
Transmission & Drivetrain
2 complaints
Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2 complaints
Lighting
2 complaints
Wheels & Tires
1 complaints
Engine
1 complaints
Brakes
1 complaints

Complaint trend

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

Forest River Georgetown recalls

Recall 24V913000Dec 6, 20246,963 vehiclesModel years 2009–2017
Risk: Inadequately reflective turn signals can make it difficult for other drivers to see when the vehicle intends to turn, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 24V771000Nov 8, 20242,783 vehiclesModel years 2022–2025
Risk: An air conditioner soft start device that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Recall 24V103000Feb 12, 20246,966 vehiclesModel years 2019–2024
Risk: A damaged LPG tank 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
Risk: An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.
Recall 21V523000Jul 9, 2021825 vehiclesModel years 2014–2021
Risk: Adhesive failure may cause the vent portion of the window to detach, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Recall 20V605000Oct 2, 202067 vehiclesModel years 2021
Risk: If the motor fails, the bunk may fall while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Recall 20V030000Jan 20, 2020164 vehiclesModel years 2019–2020
Risk: If the LP line contacts the burner assembly, the hose may melt, causing a gas leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recall 19V901000Dec 18, 2019219 vehiclesModel years 2020
Risk: If the bolts loosen, a towed trailer or vehicle could detach from the motorhome, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 19V891000Dec 13, 2019194 vehiclesModel years 2020
Risk: If the motorhome is towing a trailer or vehicle, the hitch detaching from the motorhome can increase the risk of a crash.
Recall 19V481000Jun 21, 2019688 vehiclesModel years 2019–2020
Risk: If the slide-room extends or retracts unexpectedly, there is an increased risk of injury.
Recall 19V192000Mar 8, 201917 vehiclesModel years 2019
Risk: If the bunk latch board falls while the vehicle is being driven, it can increase the risk of injury and crash.
Recall 18V768000Oct 31, 20184,790 vehiclesModel years 2017–2019
Risk: If the windshield roller shade unrolls while driving, it could block the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 18V234000Apr 12, 2018597 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019
Risk: If the entry door opens unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Recall 18V080000Jan 30, 20185 vehiclesModel years 2018
Risk: 18 gauge wires cannot handle the potential amp draw, possibly resulting in the wires melting and increasing the risk of a fire.
Recall 17V846000Dec 28, 201752 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018
Risk: A brake fluid leak or air ingestion can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 16V419000Jun 9, 20169 vehiclesModel years 2017
Risk: With the extra passengers, the GVWR may be exceeded and the vehicle may be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 16V176000Mar 29, 2016133 vehiclesModel years 2015–2017
Risk: Without a secondary egress window, occupants may be trapped in the event of an emergency, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Recall 15V798000Nov 25, 20159,687 vehiclesModel years 2007–2014
Risk: Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
Recall 15V726000Nov 3, 2015217 vehiclesModel years 2016
Risk: If the vehicle can be shifted into reverse without the brakes being applied, the vehicle may unintentionally move, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 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 12V200000May 8, 20121,468 vehiclesModel years 2010–2012
Risk: An incorrect gear indication in the instrument panel increases the risk that a vehicle is left in gear, such that the vehicle could roll leading to a crash or injury to a bystander.
Recall 10V595000Dec 2, 201058 vehiclesModel years 2011
Risk: Failure to have the fabric treated with flame retardant in the event of a fire could cause the fabric to burn faster increasing the risk of injuries to occupants.
Recall 10V454000Oct 1, 20102,207 vehiclesModel years 2005
Risk: An overheated receiver could cause a fire.

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