CarRecallWatchThe 2019 Forest River Berkshire has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (4 reports).
2019 Forest River Berkshire recalls
Window Vent Adhesive May Fail and Detach
Certain recreational vehicles equipped with Hehr 6400 Series windows may have an adhesive that bonds the vented portion of the window to the frame that can fail.
Inner tire valve can damage and lose pressure, raising crash risk
The valve stem extension on the inner wheel of these motorhomes can come into contact with the outer wheel rim opening.
Rear marker, brake, and turn lights may fail, raising crash risk
The rear-mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM) in certain motorhomes built on FCCC XB and XC chassis may have been damaged during manufacturing.
Loose Brake Caliper Bolts Can Reduce Braking
Some motorhomes built in 2019 and 2020 may have brake caliper mounting bolts that were not tightened enough during assembly.
Backup Camera Image Can Flip Backward, Raising Crash Risk
Certain 2018-2019 motorhomes, work trucks, and shuttle buses use an ASA Electronics backup mirror-monitor (model VOM74MM).
Windshield Shade May Unroll While Driving, Blocking View
The motorized roller shade over the driver's windshield can unroll without warning while the motorhome is being driven.
Loose Brake Caliper Bolts Can Reduce Braking
Some 2018 and 2019 Forest River Berkshire recreational vehicles, StarTrans PS2 transit buses, and Glaval Legacy transit buses may have brake caliper mounting bolts that were not tightened enough during assembly.
Rear lights may fail, raising crash risk
The rear-mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM) on these motorhomes may have been damaged during manufacturing.
Entry Door Can Open While Driving, Risking Injury
On certain 2019 motorhomes, the entry door latch rods may be improperly adjusted.
Most common 2019 Forest River Berkshire problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 4 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
I am submitting a follow-up complaint regarding a previously reported front axle weight and capacity issue on this motorhome (original ODI complaint #11398920). At the time of the original complaint, the front axle was already operating at or above its rated capacity under normal conditions, even after removing factory-installed components and redistributing weight rearward. Despite removing approximately 820 lbs from the vehicle, the front axle weight was only reduced by about 200 lbs, indicating a systemic weight distribution problem rather than a loading issue. Since that time, the issue has escalated into a safety failure. We recently experienced a blowout of the front left tire while
The contact owns a 2019 Forest River Berkshire RV. The contact stated that the right turn signal and rear taillights failed to operate as needed. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V488000 (Exterior Lighting, Electrical System) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 18,000.
THE FRONT SUSPENSION AND TIRES ARE NOT ADEQUATE TO HOLD THE WEIGHT WHEN THERE IS A FULL TANK OF FUEL. THE ISSUE WAS ADDRESSED WITH FOREST RIVER AND THEIR RESPONSE WAS THAT THEY KNEW OF THE ISSUE AND UPGRADED THE SUSPENSION AND THE TIRES FOR THE 2020 AND 2021 YEARS.*DT
THE HEAD LIGHTS ARE COMPLETELY INADEQUATE TO DRIVE AT NIGHT. IF DRIVING AT NIGHT I HAVE TO DRIVE WITH THE BRIGHTS ON. NO ONE EVEN NOTICES THE BRIGHTS ARE ON IT IS STILL TO DIM FOR SAFE DRIVING. I AM 43 YEARS OLD WITH PERFECT EYE SIGHT. THERE IS NO EXCUSE FOR THIS. THE FORUMS ONLINE ARE FILLED WITH PEOPLE COMPLAINING ABOUT THIS ISSUE AND EVEN MODIFYING THE VEHICLE WITH LED STRIPS TO CORRECT THE ISSUE. WE HAVE ASKED FOREST RIVER ABOUT THE ISSUE. THEY SAID THEY NEW ABOUT THE ISSUE AND CORRECTED IT IN THEIR 2020 AND 2021 VEHICLES. *DT
FACTORY HEADLIGHT DOES NOT INCLUDE A LOW BEAM BULB. IT ONLY UTILIZES ONE H9 BULB FOR HIGH BEAM AND HAS A LED STRIP FOR LOW BEAM LIGHTING. THIS LOW BEAM LIGHTING IS VERY DIM AND LOOKS TO BE BELOW MINIMUM LUMENS FOR ROAD/HIGHWAY USE. CONTACTED MANUFACTURE AND WAS TOLD THE UNIT ONLY HAS THE ONE BULB. PLEASE COMMENT TO IS THIS LIGHT LEGAL FOR ROAD USE? LOW VISIBILITY IS DANGEROUSLY LOW.
2019 Forest River Berkshire questions
Does the 2019 Forest River Berkshire have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2019 Forest River Berkshire: Window Vent Adhesive May Fail and Detach; Inner tire valve can damage and lose pressure, raising crash risk; Rear marker, brake, and turn lights may fail, raising crash risk; Loose Brake Caliper Bolts Can Reduce Braking; Backup Camera Image Can Flip Backward, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Forest River Berkshire?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (4), Electrical System (2), Suspension (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2019 Forest River Berkshire has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.