- The problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Salem, Wildwood, XLR, Sanibel, Wildcat, Vengeance, Chaparral Lite and Columbus recreational trailers. The Federal Placard may inaccurately list the tire and rim combinations that are installed on the trailers. Additionally, the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) information may be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims," and 49 CFR part 567, "Certification."
- The risk
- The incorrect information may cause the operator to install an incorrect replacement rim or tire, overinflate the tire, or overload the vehicle, all scenarios that may increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners and will provide a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-04242017-0393.
Vehicle safety record
2017 Forest River Columbus Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2017 Forest River Columbus with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in April 2017 for the tires. For comparison, the 2018 has 2.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Columbus year, for its age
#381 most complained-about 2017 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2017 Forest River Columbus problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2017 Forest River Columbus recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2017 Forest River Columbus
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
It's a fifth wheel travel trailer. Took it to a authorized dealer for warranty work on one air conditioner, the service advisor informed me the next day about my air conditioner problem but stated that the trailer was structurally unsafe to to due to a frame problem causing the hitch pin to have excessive upward movement into the body and floor of the trailer I have been in contact with the dealer that I bought it from and the manufacture of the trailer and the frame manufacture. Still waiting for answers. I...
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have had several issues with this trailer from early on the frame issue is a serious safety issue. The trailer still smells like new. It has only been used a few times and has not been towed very much. Unable to determine haw long it has been like this I didn't feel anything while towing it and was informed while it was at a dealer for the air conditioner and other warranty items I do have a video of the movement.
Forest River Columbus: every year compared
All Columbus years2017 Forest River Columbus vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Forest River Columbus | 1 | 1 | C | |
| 2017 Forest River Cherokee | 11 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2017 Forest River Cardinal | 7 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2017 Forest River Coachmen | 5 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2017 Forest River Flagstaff | 4 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2017 Forest River Cedar Creek | 3 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 2017 Forest River Blue Ridge | 3 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2017 Forest River Amera-Lite | 2 | 2 | - | Compare |
| 2017 Forest River Clipper Camping Trailer | 2 | 0 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2017 Forest River Columbus
Does the 2017 Forest River Columbus have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2017 Forest River Columbus: tires (April 2017). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Forest River Columbus?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (1).
How many complaints has the 2017 Forest River Columbus had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 9, 2020 and the latest on July 9, 2020. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2017 Forest River Columbus a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 47 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Forest River Columbus year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Forest River Columbus years have the most complaints?
2018 (2), 2013 (1), 2014 (1). See every Forest River Columbus year compared.
What should I do if my 2017 Forest River Columbus has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data