- The problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Forest River Georgetown and FR3 motorhomes, 2018-2019 Berkshire motorhomes and 2018 Charleston motorhomes. The motorized windshield roller shade at the driver's seating position may unroll without warning while driving.
- The risk
- If the windshield roller shade unrolls while driving, it could block the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a fastener to ensure the motor will not allow the shade to roll down during while driving. The recall began November 28, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7605. Forest River's number for the recall is 68-0822.
Vehicle safety record
2018 Forest River FR3 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2018 Forest River FR3 with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1) and the electrical system (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in October 2018 for the visibility. For comparison, the 2017 has 0 and the 2019 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical FR3 year, for its age
#266 most complained-about 2018 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2018 Forest River FR3 problems
Share of all 3 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2018 Forest River FR3 recalls 2
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
- The problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Forest River FR3 and Georgetown recreational vehicles. The entry door latch may not engage fully, allowing the door to open unexpectedly while moving.
- The risk
- If the entry door opens unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners and dealers will install shims between the entry door frame and the wall frame, two additional screws will be added through the entry door frame to secure the door frame to the sidewall frame and will verify that the entry door latch pawl is properly contacting the striker bolt, if required the dealer will adjust the striker bolt, at no charge to the owner. The recall began on May 9, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 68-0700.
What owners say
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3 complaints about the 2018 Forest River FR3
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The vehicle sidewall has separated from the frame. Approx 4 feet of the passenger frontside, from the front to the door. This has caused a gap between the floorboard and sidewall. It has also caused the entrance steps to move out of alignment. While driving down a highway, we heard two loud pops. Upon arriving at our campsite, we noticed the damage to the motorhome. An online search revealed this to be a common problem with Forest River motorhomes as they use self tapping screws to attach the sidewall to the frame.
Front entry door lock failed and it could not be opened from the inside or outside. Lock had to be removed from the door to open. Vehicle was parked. I had to exit from the passenger front window. No issues with the door prior to the failure.*Dt*dt consumer stated vehicle was not part of the recall.*Jb
Overhang too much for suspension and shocks placed on vehicle. Vehicle bottoms out when not loaded, or pulling anything, when utilizing common simple driveways (common angles found in homes, shopping centers and related). The defect causes the hitch to be dragged causing sparks and it damages the seven way plug and housing rendering them useless. The bottoming out impacts the frame causing unknown damage to the suspension, fuel tank mounting, frame, and unknown other critical components based on the defective design.
Forest River FR3: every year compared
All FR3 years2018 Forest River FR3 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Forest River FR3 | 3 | 2 | B | |
| 2018 Forest River Cherokee | 14 | 8 | F | Compare |
| 2018 Forest River Flagstaff | 5 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2018 Forest River Georgetown | 4 | 5 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Forest River Cedar Creek | 4 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 2018 Forest River Freedom Express | 3 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2018 Forest River Arctic Wolf | 3 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Forest River Columbus | 2 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2018 Forest River Berkshire | 1 | 11 | 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 2018 Forest River FR3
Does the 2018 Forest River FR3 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Forest River FR3: visibility (October 2018); door (April 2018). 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 2018 Forest River FR3?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (1), electrical system (1), suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 2018 Forest River FR3 had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on August 19, 2017 and the latest on October 12, 2021. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2018 Forest River FR3 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 67 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Forest River FR3 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 FR3 years have the most complaints?
2018 (3), 2014 (2), 2022 (2). See every Forest River FR3 year compared.
What should I do if my 2018 Forest River FR3 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