2017 Forest River Vengeance Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2017 Forest River Vengeance has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

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

4Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2017 Forest River Vengeance recalls

Trailer Missing Side Marker Lights, Crash Risk

Recall 18V333May 23, 2018265 vehicles affected

Some trailers may be missing the amber side marker lights in the middle of each side.

Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire

Recall 17V756Nov 22, 2017365,885 vehicles affected

Some fire extinguishers installed in certain recreational vehicles, cargo trailers and restroom trailers may have clogged internals, so they may not discharge as expected or may need excessive force to activate.

Generator exhaust can melt underbelly, causing fire risk

Recall 17V708Nov 10, 2017762 vehicles affected

Certain trailers with an optional generator have the generator's exhaust pipe mounted too close to the plastic underbelly of the trailer.

Wrong tire and weight data on label may cause crash risk

Recall 17V282Apr 26, 201771 vehicles affected

Certain 2017-2018 recreational trailers may have a Federal Placard that inaccurately lists the tire and rim combinations installed on the trailer.

Most common 2017 Forest River Vengeance problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Equipment2
Service Brakes, Electric1

What owners report

2021-10-12, Equipment
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-350 hauling a 2017 Forest River Vengeance 381L12-6 travel trailer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact depressed on the brake pedal but only the vehicle's brakes were engaged. The travel trailer electric brakes had failed and the "Error - Trailer Wiring Fault" warning message was illuminated. The travel trailer was pushing the vehicle forward when the contact attempted to stop the vehicle. The travel trailer brake manufacturer Dexter, was made aware of the failure and informed the contact the recommended electric brake trailer axle wiring was not installed by Forest River. The minimum recommendation for the electric brake

2017 Forest River Vengeance questions

Does the 2017 Forest River Vengeance have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 Forest River Vengeance: Trailer Missing Side Marker Lights, Crash Risk; Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire; Generator exhaust can melt underbelly, causing fire risk; Wrong tire and weight data on label may cause crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Forest River Vengeance?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Equipment (2), Service Brakes, Electric (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Forest River Vengeance 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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