2024 Forest River Riverstone problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 Forest River Riverstone.
Recalls filed by Forest River
Equipment, Electrical System #24V774000 · 2024 · 16 units
Problem: Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2023-2024 riverstone fifth wheel trailers. the solar panels may have been incorrectly connected in parallel and instead of in series, causing the wiring to overheat and melt.
Risk: Melted wires increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the wiring and replace the cable entry plate and solar controller as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed november 5, 2024. owners may call forest river customer service at (260) 593-2425. forest river's number for this recall is 70-1853.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic #25V550000 · 2025 · 2,379 units
Problem: Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2018-2026 riverstone fifth wheel trailers. the steel hydraulic brake lines may fail and leak brake fluid.
Risk: A brake fluid leak can cause a loss of brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake lines, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed september 19, 2025. owners may contact forest river customer service at 260-593-2425. forest river's number for this recall is 70-1957.
Structure, Equipment #26V020000 · 2026 · 515 units
Problem: Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2023-2026 forest river work and play, 2024-2026 east to west takoda, coachmen chaparral, 2025-2026 shasta phoenix, 2023-2025 forest river riverstone, 2022-2026 coachmen adrenaline, and 2025 forest river cedar creek fifth wheel travel trailers. the ramp door may break away from the door frame while loading or unloading vehicles.
Risk: A ramp door that breaks during use increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will install additional support brackets, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed february 18, 2026. owners may contact coachmen adrenaline & work and play customer service at 1-574-825-6302, riverstone customer service at 1-260-593-4028, east to west takoda customer service at 1-574-264-6664, cedar creek customer service at 1-260-593-4000, coachmen chapparal and shasta pheo
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 2024 Forest River Riverstone have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls filed by Forest River for the 2024 Riverstone. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2024 Forest River Riverstone problems?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.