Ask the seller for proof the repair was completed, or run the free VIN check. Recall repairs are done at no cost by a dealer.
Recalls
Safety issues the manufacturer must repair for free. A recall means confirm the fix was done, not walk away.
Suspension recall
A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and properly install the axle if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-642-8943. Forest River's number for this recall is 10-1539.
- Status
- Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
- What to do
- Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.
Safety recall
An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fabric roll or complete awning, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022. Owners may contact the customer service numbers listed in the recall report for their designated model. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1532. This recall supersedes and expands NHTSA recall number 22V-486.
- Status
- Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
- What to do
- Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.
Safety recall
An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Forest River will replace the awnings, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 17, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at the following numbers: 1-574-862-1025 (Prime Time Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Sanibel, Tracer, and Ozark), 1-574-264-6664 (East to West Della Terra and Silver Lake ), 1-260-499-2100 (Cherokee), 1-574-642-8943 (Rockwood and Flagstaff), 1-574- 642-3119 Option 2 (IBEX & RPOD), 1-574-534-3167 (Salem & Wildwood), 1-574-534-4574 (Sierra & Sandpiper). Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1532. This recall has been superseded by NHTSA recall 22V-556.
- Status
- Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
- What to do
- Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.
Safety recall
A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the quick disconnect and perform a LP system check, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2022. Owners may contact the applicable customer service number for their vehicle model. Please see the recall report for the list of phone numbers.
- Status
- Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
- What to do
- Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.
Owner complaints by system
Unverified reports owners filed with NHTSA, grouped by the part of the car. Useful for spotting patterns. Open a group to read recent examples.
Engine & powertrain
2
Most reports here involve fluid leaks.
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The transmission failed on our 2019 Subaru Touring Ascent. Also, the Bluetooth brake system for pulling our trailer was losing electrical contact as it wobbled on and off. We tried to remedy this blue tooth situation before our last journey with the Camping World dealership who sold us the trailer, but it still was not connecting properly . We were put at risk and others were put at risk because the blue tooth wireless brakes were not functioning correctly. The trailer swaying into a traffic lane also put us and others at risk. The Subaru Ascent can not tow this 2022 GeoPro trailer safely. We were told by various salesmen that it could. The service manager at the Subaru dealer confirmed that this trailer is indeed too heavy for the 2019 Ascent touring model. There is excess forward weight on the drivers side causing the trailer to pull to the left due to the extra weight of the side out and the 60 gallon water tank even when using a:sway bar. We had no warning lights prior to the failure.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11537947 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Electrical & infotainment
3
Most reports here involve fire.
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There was a fire that was created with the factory installed wiring that initiated at the shore power connection where one of the 50 amp wires was loose, heated up, melted the surrounding area and started a fire.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11602447 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Brakes
1
Most reports here involve loss of braking.
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I am reporting a safety defect on a 2022 Forest River Rockwood Mini Lite travel trailer, model 2516S, This RV is equipped with Dexter axle #1 and #9 from a total batch of #288 axles that Forest River recalled on July 27, 2022 under NHTSA recall 22V-558. The RV was purchased on July 15, 2022, twelve days before the recall. Of the 244 recalled RVs with those axles, only the single-axle tent campers were recalled because the defect was visually obvious on those units. On tandem-axle RVs such as this one, the incorrect installation was not visually apparent. This travel trailer was manufactured with brake axle defects and buyers of these units were never contacted. It does not take an engineering analysis to conclude that if axle #1 and #9 from this batch are defective and 244 RVs were recalled, then all 288 axles should have been inspected and included in the recall. The brakes are significantly ineffective in forward motion, causing complete brake failure under normal braking. This is an active safety hazard. There is serious concern that the remaining 44 axles from this batch were placed on tandem-axle RVs and released into commerce without notification, despite the fact that I have not changed my phone number, address, or email since purchasing this trailer. This is a one-owner, low-mileage unit that has never been serviced or altered. Attempts to resolve this issue through Forest River representative dealerships, Dexter Axles, and Forest River have been ongoing for three months with no resolution. No repairs have been made. The trailer is currently being towed over 1,300 miles to Montana for work with defective brakes. Multiple photos have been attached clearly showing the incorrect brake installation. Please investigate this latent manufacturing defect and consider expanding the recall to include these excluded axles.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11730845 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Steering, suspension & tires
3
Most reports here involve other issues. Of these, 1 mention a crash.
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Spare tire attached by cable underneath camper came loose and was bouncing around on road while still attached to spare tire cable. I had tightened up the spare tire cable prior to our 95 mile trip home, but the cable unwound while traveling until the spare tire started bouncing on road. Fortunately we heard the noise before too much damage was done and we were fortunate the tire didn't come off and become a road hazard to anyone following us. I see on multiple social media postings where this is a known problem with other Geo Pro campers and should be fixed by Forest River through a recall due to the risk of the issue.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11674762 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Structure & body
1
Most reports here involve other issues.
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The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Rockwood Trailer. The contact stated that while attempting to extend the slide-out, the slide-out became stuck and became inoperable. The RV was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a missing Z-bracket. The contact stated that the column became bent due to the missing Z-bracket. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11744828 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Other systems
2
Most reports here involve other issues.
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There is an active recall on this vehicle: NHTSA: 22V556, Canadian: 2022-368 22V556, 2022-368 - LCI AWNINGS 20E-055 It was inspected and I was told there is nothing wrong with it, now a month later it is failing and no one wants to help me! I have uploaded pictures of the failing awning! How do these companies get away with this? If it is a known defect why are they not forced to replace the defective item BEFORE it fails? This situation is absurd and needs to be better handled and the manufacturer forced to replace known defective items!
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11525402 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
How does it compare with other years? The 2022 has 12 complaints on file, fewer than the 2020 (13). Of the 4 model years of the Forest River Rockwood we cover, the 2020 has the most (13). Older model years have had longer to collect complaints.