2013 Forest River Surveyor problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2013 Forest River Surveyor.
Recalls filed by Forest River
Fuel System, Gasoline #12V212000 · 2012 · 447 units
Problem: Forest river is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 surveyor travel trailers, manufactured from august 12, 2011, through april 6, 2012. on certain floor plans, the liquid propane (lp) gas line was routed and fastened along the bottom of the frame rail. when the trailer hits a bump, the positioning of the lp gas line may allow the "u" bolt on the axle to pinch the line between the main rail and the "u" bolt.
Risk: As a result, the line may break and leak l.p. gas which may cause fire, injury, or death.
Fix: Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will re-route the lp line, free of charge. the recall began during may 2012. owners may contact forest river at 1-574-389-4600.
Equipment #15V741000 · 2015 · 67 units
Problem: Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain model year 2010-2016 surveyor recreational trailers, models svt243rbs and orsvt243rbs. the affected vehicles have federal certification placards that list an incorrect tire and rim size from what is actually installed on the vehicle. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 cfr part 567, "certification."
Risk: If the operator installs tires that are the size that is indicated on the placard, it can cause poor vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Forest river will notify owners and mail them a corrected federal placard label, free of charge. the recall began on december 2, 2015. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-642-3119 extension 205. forest river's number for this recall is 37-11052015-0106.
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.
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FAQ
Does the 2013 Forest River Surveyor have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls filed by Forest River for the 2013 Surveyor. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2013 Forest River Surveyor problems?
In 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is tires.