2026 Forest River Cedar Creek problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2026 Forest River Cedar Creek.
Recalls filed by Forest River
Structure #25V551000 · 2025 · 7 units
Problem: Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2026 cedar creek recreational trailers. the trailers may not have an emergency exit window installed.
Risk: A missing emergency exit window can prevent passengers from exiting in the event of an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will install red window operating hardware and an exit sticker for the window, free of charge. all vehicles are still in dealer inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-260-593-4000. forest river's number for this recall is 20-1970.
Suspension #26V336000 · 2026 · 200 units
Problem: Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2026 riverstone, cedar creek, and 2024 r-pod recreational trailers equipped with curt touring coil suspensions. the shock bolts may have been incorrectly tightened.
Risk: Broken shock retainer bolt heads and washers may detach and become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the shock bolts, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed july 6, 2026. owners may contact cedar creek customer service at 1-260-593-4000, r-pod customer service at 1-574-642-3119, and riverstone customer service at 1-260-593-4028. forest river's number for this recall is 51-062.
Structure #26V608000 · 2026 · 132 units
Problem: Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2025-2026 cedar creek fifth wheel recreational trailers. the sleeper sofa may block the bunkroom door.
Risk: A blocked door can prevent or delay occupants from exiting during an emergency, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will correct the swing of the bunkroom door, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed november 2, 2026. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-825-4995. forest river's number for this recall is 20-2098.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year.
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FAQ
Does the 2026 Forest River Cedar Creek have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls filed by Forest River for the 2026 Cedar Creek. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2026 Forest River Cedar Creek problems?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.