CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Forest River Forester has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (3 reports).
2017 Forest River Forester recalls
Rear Lights May Fail Due to Water Leak
Water can leak into the electrical module that controls the taillights, brake lights, turn signals, clearance lights and marker lights.
Shower door may spread fire faster in motorhome
Certain 2016-2017 Forest River Forester and Sunseeker recreational vehicles built between February 29, 2016, and April 20, 2016, have a shower door that may not meet federal flammability standards for interior materials (FMVSS 302).
Most common 2017 Forest River Forester problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Equipment | 2 |
| Lane Departure | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
2017 FOREST RIVER FORESTER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VARIOUS DEFECTS EXPERIENCED WITH THE MOTORHOME. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE HAS EXPERIENCED A NUMBER OF DEFECTS INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE HVAC SYSTEM, LEVELING JACK, SLIDE OUT, SPEAKERS, ELECTRICAL WIRING, ENGINE LOSES POWER, AND MULTIPLE TRIM DEFECTS. *JS
THERE IS A BLIND SPOT THE WHOLE RIGHT SIDE OF THE PASSENGER. THE MIRROR IS TO SMALL AND DOES NOT REACH OUT ENOUGH. THE CAMERA SYSTEM IS INOPERATIVE AND INADEQUATE. TO LONG OF TIME DELAY WHEN DIRECTIONAL IS USED. THE ELECTRICAL SHORE CONNECTION IS AN ELECTRICAL HAZARD.
2017 Forest River Forester questions
Does the 2017 Forest River Forester have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2017 Forest River Forester: Rear Lights May Fail Due to Water Leak; Shower door may spread fire faster in motorhome. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Forest River Forester?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (3), Structure (3), Equipment (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Forest River Forester 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.