2013 Forest River Vlite Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2013 Forest River Vlite has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

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

1Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2013 Forest River Vlite recalls

Suspension:Rear:Axle:Non-Powered Axle Assembly; Tires

Recall 13V554Nov 7, 2013721 vehicles affected

Most common 2013 Forest River Vlite problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Suspension2
Tires1
Wheels1
Trailer Hitches1

What owners report

2014-08-11, Suspension
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FOREST RIVER VLITE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE. SHORTLY AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED ACCORDING TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V554000 (SUSPENSION, TIRES), THE VEHICLE WOULD ONLY ACCELERATE TO 55 MPH. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SWAYED TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER WHO SUGGESTED THAT THE HITCH BE LOWERED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HITCH WAS ALREADY AT ITS LOWEST POSITION. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 400. UPDATED 10/14/14*LJ UPDATED 05/19/2015 *JS
2014-06-16, Tires
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FOREST RIVER FLAGSTAFF V-LITE TRAVEL TRAILER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH OVER A SPEED BUMP. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHENEVER ENCOUNTERING A POT HOLE OR DRIVING OVER A BUMP AT LOW SPEEDS. THERE WAS A RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 13V554000 (SUSPENSION, TIRE); HOWEVER, THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE. UPDATED 8/19/14*CN

2013 Forest River Vlite questions

Does the 2013 Forest River Vlite have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2013 Forest River Vlite: Suspension:Rear:Axle:Non-Powered Axle Assembly; Tires. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Forest River Vlite?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (2), Tires (1), Wheels (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Forest River Vlite 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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