CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Forest River EVO has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (2 reports).
2016 Forest River EVO recalls
RV trailers may lack carbon monoxide alarms
Certain 2016 Forest River recreational trailers (Evo, Salem, Sandstorm, Shockwave, Stealth and Wildwood models) were mistakenly built without a carbon monoxide detector.
Wheels Can Detach If Studs Break, Raising Crash Risk
Certain 2016 Forest River trailers may have rear axle wheel studs that can break.
Most common 2016 Forest River EVO problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 2 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 FOREST RIVER EVO T2360 TRAVEL TRAILER (NA) ATTACHED TO A 1996 FORD F-150. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE TRAVEL TRAILER CAUGHT ON FIRE NEAR THE DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE WITH BOTTLES OF WATER. THE TRAVEL TRAILER WAS TAKEN TO THE NEAREST CAMPGROUND WHERE A CERTIFIED MECHANIC INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND STATED THAT THE FIRE WAS NEAR THE REAR LEFT DRUM AND THE AXLE NUT WAS NOT ATTACHED. THE DEALER (THE TRAILER HITCH, LOCATED AT 215 NORTH FRONTAGE RD, NIPOMO, CA 93444, 805-929-8095) WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THE WHEEL BEARING FAILED BECAUSE THE NUT THAT WAS NEEDED TO HOLD THE BEARING IN PLACE WAS NOT PRESENT. THE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FOREST RIVER EVO 19RB. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HER GRANDDAUGHTER WAS OUTSIDE OF THE MOTOR CARRIER AND BURNED HER HAND (3 FINGERS BLISTERED) WHEN SHE TOUCHED THE HOT WATER HEATER GRATE. THE WATER HEATER GRATE WAS LOCATED NEXT TO THE TRAILER DOOR AND THERE WAS NO INDICATION THAT IT WAS HOT AND DANGEROUS TO TOUCH. NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED DUE TO THE BURN. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN.
2016 Forest River EVO questions
Does the 2016 Forest River EVO have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2016 Forest River EVO: RV trailers may lack carbon monoxide alarms; Wheels Can Detach If Studs Break, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Forest River EVO?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (2), Suspension (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Forest River EVO 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.