- The problem
- Forest River is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Forest River models Blue Ridge, Cardinal, Cherokee, Columbus, EVO, Georgetown, Flagstaff, Forester, Lexington, Puma, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandpiper, Sandstorm, Sierra, Stealth, Sunseeker, Wildcat, Wildwood, Work and Play and XLR; Coachmen models Brookstone, Catalina, Chaparral, Concord, Encounter, Freedom Express, Freelander, Leprechaun, Mirada, Pursuit, and Sportcoach; Prime Time models Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Saniber, and Tracer; Palomino model Maverick Truck Camper; Cargo Mate model Eliminator and Shasta models Revere, Phoenix recreational vehicles manufactured from February 13, 2013, through April 18, 2013. Due to a design change in the power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.
- The risk
- If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with motors of a different design. The safety recall began on July 29, 2013. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-389-4600 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.
Vehicle safety record
2013 Forest River Evo Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2013 Forest River Evo with NHTSA, most often about the suspension (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in May 2013 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2014 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Evo year, for its age
#399 most complained-about 2013 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2013 Forest River Evo problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2013 Forest River Evo 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 2013 Forest River Evo
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Both leaf springs have failed and now a weld on a spring support has failed.
Forest River Evo: every year compared
All Evo years2013 Forest River Evo vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Forest River Evo | 1 | 1 | C | |
| 2013 Forest River Flagstaff | 6 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 2013 Forest River Blue Ridge | 3 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2013 Forest River Cardinal | 2 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2013 Forest River Cherokee | 2 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2013 Forest River Coachmen | 2 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2013 Forest River Express | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2013 Forest River Aviator Wright Flyer | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2013 Forest River Cross Country | 1 | 2 | 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 2013 Forest River Evo
Does the 2013 Forest River Evo have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Forest River Evo: equipment (May 2013). 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 2013 Forest River Evo?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 2013 Forest River Evo had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 7, 2015 and the latest on October 7, 2015. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2013 Forest River Evo a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Forest River Evo 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 Evo years have the most complaints?
2016 (2), 2013 (1). See every Forest River Evo year compared.
What should I do if my 2013 Forest River Evo 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