2015 Forest River Encounter problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2015 Forest River Encounter.
Recalls filed by Forest River
Equipment, Electrical System #17V396000 · 2017 · 1,414 units
Problem: Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2014-2015 coachmen rv encounter recreational vehicles, and 2014-2018 coachmen rv mirada and mirada select recreational vehicles equipped with the residential refrigerator option instead of the standard refrigerator. the unused, but powered, wiring for the standard refrigerator was left with exposed wire ends.
Risk: If the energized positive wire and negative wire make contact, the wires may sort circuit and possibly melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the positive and negative wires from the battery, free of charge. the recall began on august 3, 2017. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-825-8212. forest river's number for this recall is 310-06212017-0455.
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 2015 Forest River Encounter have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall filed by Forest River for the 2015 Encounter. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2015 Forest River Encounter problems?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.