2023 Forest River Cedar Creek Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2023 Forest River Cedar Creek has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (2 reports).

1Recalls
4Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2023 Forest River Cedar Creek recalls

Loose battery wiring can cause a short and fire

Recall 24V395Jun 4, 202441,353 vehicles affected

The overcurrent protection for the trailer's low-voltage battery may have been routed incorrectly, so wires can be pulled out of the junction box.

Most common 2023 Forest River Cedar Creek problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Exterior Lighting2
Electrical System2
Suspension1
Equipment1
Unknown Or Other1

What owners report

2025-07-15, Electrical System
We purchased a Forest River fifth wheel trailer that arrived with serious manufacturing defects across multiple systems. The electrical wiring system was dangerously faulty—exhibiting loose connections, voltage irregularities, and safety risks confirmed by technicians. The furnace system has remained nonfunctional since delivery, making the unit uninhabitable in colder temperatures. Additional issues include a broken slide-out mechanism, compromised seals, a missing pipe, water intrusion, and a missing roof panel. All components are still in our possession and available for inspection upon request. These defects posed serious safety risks to our family, especially due to the compromised el
2024-08-27, Exterior Lighting
We purchased a new fifth wheel camper on [XXX]. After we picked it up, we joined some Facebook groups related to our model and learned there is a recall associated with the model we bought. We confirmed there is an open recall (24V395) on our VIN on forest river's website [XXX] ). Upon review of the recall instructions listed online - our RV was in fact wired incorrectly and not only needs inspected but fixed. Recall 24V395 was opened on June 5, 2024 and dealer notification occurred July 14, 2024. With this in mind, our dealer should have been aware that they sold us a new RV with an open recall. Is this not illegal? Dealer was McGeorges RV - camping world company in Ashland, VA. INFORMATIO
2024-08-09, Equipment
The contact owns a 2023 Forest River Cedar Creek Trailer. The contact stated that there were electrical failures with the heating and other electrical components in the trailer. The contact stated that a technician inspected the trailer and found exposed wires in the glued-shut control board. The wires were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the furnace board and control board needed to be replaced twice. The trailer was repaired but the failure persisted. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V395000 (Equipment) and believed that the recall repair to reroute the wires was insufficie
2023-10-12, Suspension
The contact owns a 2023 Forest River XLR Toy Hauler RV. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH and hauling the RV he heard an abnormal exploding sound and realized that the passenger side rear tire on the RV blew out. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had weighed the RV and it was approximately 1,400 lbs. The contact pulled over to change the tire on the RV and noticed that the leaf-spring on the passenger was collapsing. The contact checked and observed that all the leaf-springs on the RV were collapsing, and he noticed that the passenger side front tire was wearing at an extremely accelerated rate at only 700 miles since the purchase. The conta

2023 Forest River Cedar Creek questions

Does the 2023 Forest River Cedar Creek have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2023 Forest River Cedar Creek: Loose battery wiring can cause a short and fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Forest River Cedar Creek?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (2), Electrical System (2), Suspension (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2023 Forest River Cedar Creek 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.

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