2013 Forest River Vlite problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2013 Forest River Vlite.
Body type
- Trailer · Camping or Travel Trailer: 2 of 2 decoded VINs
Decoded with NHTSA vPIC from the partial VINs owners included in complaints.
Recalls filed by Forest River
Tires, Suspension #13V554000 · 2013 · 721 units
Problem: Forest river is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 rockwood, windjammer, vlite and flagstaff travel trailers manufactured february 3, 2012, through february 4, 2013. when an affected trailer hits a large bump or pot hole, the trailer tire may contact the bottom of the floor.
Risk: As a result, the tire may become damaged and possibly blow out which may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will add a lift kit between the frame and the axle mounting brackets, free of charge. owners may contact forest river at 1-574-825-7178.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 2 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.
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Replacement parts for the systems owners report most: water, LP gas, slide-outs, electrical.
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Specs
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Other years
FAQ
Does the 2013 Forest River Vlite have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall filed by Forest River for the 2013 Vlite. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2013 Forest River Vlite problems?
In 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is tires.