Forest River FORESTER

This model has recorded recalls in US, CA but none on file for AU — that may mean it wasn't sold there, or simply hasn't had a recall.

United States

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSUS

    The Federal Placards may cause the operator to not properly maintain the tires and/or wheels. Failure to maintain the tires may lead to improper handling, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILERUS

    If the awning deploys while moving, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSUS

    Operating the vehicle with low front tire pressures may result in tire damage, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILERUS

    Failure to meet the flammability standard of FMVSS 302 could enhance the spread of a flame in the event of a fire, increasing the risk serious injury.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLYUS

    Loose rear axle assemblies can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUALUS

    If the driver relies on the Auto-P function as described in the Operator's Manual, vehicle rollaway or movement may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDSUS

    Loss of brake fluid can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    SEATSUS

    If the wiring harness is damaged, the side air bag within the seat may deploy inadvertently or not deploy as designed in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLSUS

    High electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    EQUIPMENTUS

    Loose hardware can cause the solar panels to detach from the vehicle during transit, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTSUS

    If the rear brake lights fail to illuminate, following motorists may not realize that the vehicle in front of them is stopping. Inoperative taillights, clearance lights and marker lights will make the vehicle less visible to others. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEMUS

    A short circuit may result in smoke, melting or a fire.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSUS

    A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILERUS

    If the microwave starts on its own and there are contents inside, a fire could result.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILERUS

    An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICALUS

    A slideroom unexpectedly extends increases the risk of a crash.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    EQUIPMENTUS

    If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITIONUS

    If the ignition key is removed while the vehicle is still on and/or the vehicle is not in Park, the vehicle may rollaway and the unintended movement of the vehicle may result in a possible crash or injury to pedestrians.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:LINES AND FITTINGSUS

    A propane gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:LINES AND FITTINGSUS

    A damaged LPG fuel line can lead to an explosion and/or fire, increasing the risk of injury or death.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSUS

    A detached fuel line can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

  • Forest River FORESTERdate unknown
    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSUS

    A tire can be overinflated after referencing the incorrect information, increasing the risk of a crash.

Canada

Australia

No recorded recalls for this model in Australia.