2019 Forest River Forester problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2019 Forest River Forester.
Built on
- Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (Incomplete - Chassis Cab (Single Cab)): 1 of 1 decoded VINs · 0 NHTSA recalls filed by Mercedes-Benz for the 2019 Sprinter
Decoded with NHTSA vPIC from the partial VINs owners included in complaints. For motorhomes, engine, brake and steering recalls are filed by the chassis maker and are not counted in the Forest River recalls above. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see both.
Recalls filed by Forest River
Power Train #18V357000 · 2018 · 471 units
Problem: Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2019 forest river forester and sunseeker and coachmen leprechaun and freelander motorhomes. the u-bolts that secure the rear differential may not have been properly tightened, causing them to loosen over time and allowing the rear axles to shift.
Risk: Loose rear axle assemblies can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Forest river has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the u-bolts and properly tighten or replace the u-bolts, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on june 6, 2018. owners may contact forest river customer service for sunseeker and forester vehicles at 1-574-206-7600, or coachmen customer service for freelander and leprechaun vehicles at 1-574-825-8602. forest river's number for
Equipment #18V527000 · 2018 · 2,582 units
Problem: Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2019 coachmen work and play and adrenaline recreational trailers, 2018-2019 forest river forester and xlr recreational trailers and 2018 forest river rockwood recreational trailers. the awning may deploy while moving.
Risk: If the awning deploys while moving, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will replace the awning controller, free of charge. the recall began september 13, 2018. owners may contact coachmen customer service at 1-574-825-6302, forester customer service at 1-574-206-7600, rockwood customer service at 1-574-642-4053, xlr toyhauler customer service at 1-574-642-0432, or lippert customer service at 1-574-538-4514 or recall@lci1
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 1 NHTSA owner complaint. Complaints are unverified.
Fix it, equip it, or try one first
Replacement parts for the systems owners report most: water, LP gas, slide-outs, electrical.
RV makers post owner manuals free; chassis service manuals (Ford, Freightliner) are sold separately.
Rent one from an owner to test it on a real trip.
Heads up: we may earn a commission if you buy through these links, at no extra cost to you. Disclosure
Specs
Specs coming soon. We only publish specs taken from the manufacturer's own brochures and spec sheets.
Other years
FAQ
Does the 2019 Forest River Forester have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls filed by Forest River for the 2019 Forester. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2019 Forest River Forester problems?
In 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is visibility.