RECALLS — FOREST RIVER FR3
Forest River FR3 recalls
Forest River FR3 model years 2010–2025 covered by at least one recall campaign. Pick a year to see the Canadian and U.S. campaigns side by side.
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Transport Canada recalls
12- Accessories#2024610
170 units affected
Issue: On certain vehicles, the soft start device for the air conditioner could fail and overheat. Safety Risk: A soft start device that overheats could create the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: To reduce the safety risk, Forest River advises not to use the air conditioner until the recall repairs are completed. Forest River will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the soft start device for the air conditioner.
- Structure#2024086
428 units affected
Issue: On certain motorhomes, the brackets that secure the propane tank could fail. As a result, the propane tank could become damaged and/or detach. If this happens, the tank could leak propane. Safety Risk: A propane gas leak could create the risk of a fire or explosion. Additionally, a propane tank that detaches from the motorhome could create a road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Forest River will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your motorhome to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the mounting brackets that secure the propane tank.
- Lights And Instruments#2023454
16 units affected
Issue: On certain motorhomes, the Smart Data Link Connector (SDLC) module may have been damaged by moisture during vehicle assembly. As a result, the module, connector and wiring harness could corrode and cause the instrument cluster not to work. If this happens, warnings, tell-tales and gauges may not display properly. Safety Risk: Warnings, tell-tales, and gauges that don't display could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Forest River will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your motorhome to a Ford dealership to replace the Smart Data Link Connector (SDLC) module and wiring harness, as necessary.
- Suspension#2022640
130 units affected
Issue: On certain motorhomes, the nuts that attach the rear stabilizer bar bracket(s) could loosen and the attachment bolts and bracket could break. If this happens, the bolts and bracket could detach and separate from the vehicle. Safety Risk: Parts that detach from the motorhome could create a hazard for other road users and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Forest River will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.
- Accessories#2022368
6,198 units affected
Issue: On certain RV trailers and motorhomes, the fabric for the patio awning may not be properly attached. As a result, the awning could detach and fall from the vehicle. Safety Risk: An awning that falls from the vehicle could create a risk of injury. An awning that falls from a moving vehicle could create road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Forest River will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the fabric roll on the awning. It will be repaired or replaced, as necessary.
- Structure#2021423
46 units affected
Issue: On certain RV trailers and motorhomes equipped with frameless windows, the adhesive that attaches the vented portion of the windows may fail. If this happens, the glass could separate and fall from the motorhome or trailer. Safety Risk: A window that detaches from the vehicle could create a road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Action: Forest River will notify owners by mail and instruct you to bring your vehicle to an authorized dealer or service center to inspect and replace the vent window glass, as required.
- Accessories#2019635
26 units affected
Issue: On certain motorhomes equipped with a MORryde trailer hitch, the bolts used to attach the trailer hitch may not be properly tightened. As a result, the hitch could detach from the motorhome while towing a trailer. Safety Risk: A trailer and hitch that detaches from the motorhome could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your motorhome to a dealer to inspect the trailer hitch bolts and ensure they are properly tightened.
- Structure#2019311
66 units affected
Issue: On certain motorhomes, the slide-out mechanisms may activate on their own and cause the slide room to extend or retract without warning. This could happen while the motorhome is stopped or in motion. Safety Risk: If a slide-out room moves suddenly and without warning, it could create a risk of injury or a crash. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their motorhome to a dealer to install a new controller and switch for the slide-out mechanism.
- Visual System#2018613
359 units affected
On certain motorhomes, the motorized windshield shade on the driver's side could lower itself without warning while the vehicle is in motion. This could obstruct the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will repair the motorized windshield shade.
- Other#2018179
50 units affected
On certain motorhomes, the latch on entry door to the coach may not engage properly. This could allow the door to open unexpectedly when the vehicle is in transit, which could increase the risk of injury. Correction: Dealers will adjust the entry door to ensure that the latch engages properly.
- Accessories#2016656
316 units affected
On certain travel trailers manufactured with a Christianson Industries exterior foldable ladder, the ladder's mounting bracket could separate from the hinge due to an incorrect weld. This could result in the ladder separating from the vehicle, which if an individual were to be utilizing the ladder, it could lead to an increased risk of injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will install a hinge brace over the back of the existing hinges to secure the hinge and mounting bracket.
- Structure#2015581
763 units affected
On certain motorhomes equipped with Lippert Components Inc. electric entry steps, an internal bolt on the steps that attaches the fan gear assembly to the steps could fracture. This results in the fan gear disengaging from the steps, which could cause the steps to stop in an unexpected position and appear to be loose or unstable. If the steps become unstable, it could cause a person to fall, resulting in injury. Correction: Dealers will install a step retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, and all bolts of the mechanism will also be replaced.
Canadian data updated August 24, 2026
Does this recall apply to my vehicle?
Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.
What to do
Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer in both countries. To confirm a recall applies to your specific vehicle, contact your manufacturer or dealer with your full VIN, or use the official channel:
- NHTSA recall lookup (search by VIN) — U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Defects and recalls database — Transport Canada