2018 Forest River Vengeance Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2018 Forest River Vengeance has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

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

4Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2018 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 2018 Forest River Vengeance problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Tires2
Structure1
Electrical System1

What owners report

2021-10-07, Tires
The contact owns a 2018 Forest River Vengeance equipped with LionsheadHotline QCF Tires, Tire Line: Castle Rock, Tire Size: 225/75/R15, DOT Number: (Not Provided). The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the passenger’s side rear tire experienced a blowout. The blowout caused severe damages to the underside of the camper, the wheel well, and the outside fender. The contact replaced the tire with the spare tire. The contact then drove the trailer to a family member's home for repair. The tire was not replaced. The failure mileage was not available.
2020-06-30, Tires
I EXPERIENCED A TIRE BLOWOUT WITH TWO DIFFERENT TIRES WITHIN A FOUR DAY SPAN. THE TIRES APPEARED TO BE IN GOOD SHAPE AND I REGULARLY INSPECTED THEM. THEY HAD PROPER AIR PRESSURE PRIOR TO MY TRIP. I KEEP THEM COVERED WHENEVER THE CAMPER IS NOT IN USE. THE TIRE BRAND IS CASTLE ROCK AND I HAVE SEEN SEVERAL EXAMPLES OF SIMILAR EVENTS HAPPENING TO OTHER PEOPLE.*DT CONSUMER STATED HE ONLY HAD 3300 MILES ON THE FIRST TIRE AND 4000 MILES ON THE SECOND. MANUFACTURER STATED TIRES ONLY HAD ONE YEAR WARRANTY.*JB
2018-10-09, Structure
2018 FOREST RIVER FIFTH WHEEL TOY HAULER. CONSUMER WRITES WITH REGARD TO MALFUNCTIONS WITH VEHICLE AND REQUEST REIMBURSEMENT. *AS THE CONSUMER STATED THE REFRIGERATOR FELL OUT OF THE WALL AND ONTO THE COUCH WHILE DRIVING. THE TOILET SET UP CAUSED IT TO BECOME CLOGGED EACH TIME IT WAS FLUSHED. THE PROPANE CIRCUIT BOARDS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED TWICE. THE CONSUMER REQUESTED TO BE REIMBURSED FOR THE CIRCUIT BOARDS. *JS

2018 Forest River Vengeance questions

Does the 2018 Forest River Vengeance have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2018 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 2018 Forest River Vengeance?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Tires (2), Structure (1), Electrical System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2018 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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