CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Forest River Berkshire has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (3 reports).
2021 Forest River Berkshire recalls
Awning May Extend Unexpectedly While Driving
The retractable awning on certain coaches can extend on its own while the vehicle is in transit.
Wrong circuit breaker can overheat and cause a fire
An incorrect circuit breaker was installed in the house distribution subpanel of certain 2021-2022 Forest River Berkshire motorhomes.
Battery Area Sparks Could Cause Fire in RV
Certain RVs may have been built with unsealed 5-amp and 20-amp mini-breakers.
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.
Brake lights may not reflect enough light, raising crash risk
Certain motorhomes may have brake lights that do not adequately reflect light, so the vehicle does not meet federal lighting safety requirements (FMVSS 108).
Gas leak at stove valve can cause fire
The saddle valve securing bolt on the three-burner cooktop may have been overtightened during assembly.
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.
Inverter Can Overload Wiring and Cause a Fire
Certain motorhomes are equipped with a 3000W inverter that can supply more current than the 10 gauge Romex wiring is designed to carry.
Most common 2021 Forest River Berkshire problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 3 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 |
What owners report
headlights, headlight switch, lights dont work, no night time driving no day time running lights. these lights are from a audi A5 and no longer available, changed bulbs, no help
The headlights on my early 2021 Berkshire XL 37A motorhome are not safe to drive at night, the headlights do not provide ANY help in seeing the road at night, in many consumer complaints the same issue is addressed. Forest river corp, is NO HELP they are in denile of any issues, but yet have had many many complaints. I am very affraid of getting in a accident if i have to drive at night, they really dont work and its like they arent even on. Please help us all, we need forest river to step up and take this on, they have many other issues but are the work company i have ever delt with and mad after spending 300K in good faith for a really bad product. Terry
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2021 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BACK OVER PREVENTION CAMERA WAS INOPERABLE. ADDITIONALLY, THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE CAMERAS HAD BEEN INOPERABLE SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE MOTORHOME TO LAZY DAYS RV (6130 LAZY DAYS BLVD, SEFFNER, FL 33584, (800)626-7800) TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MOTORHOME WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURE WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT WAS REFERRED ANOTHER DEALER TO SCHEDULE A REPAIR. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 6,000.
2021 Forest River Berkshire questions
Does the 2021 Forest River Berkshire have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2021 Forest River Berkshire: Awning May Extend Unexpectedly While Driving; Wrong circuit breaker can overheat and cause a fire; Battery Area Sparks Could Cause Fire in RV; Window Vent Adhesive May Fail and Detach; Brake lights may not reflect enough light, raising crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Forest River Berkshire?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (3), Back Over Prevention (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.