- The problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2009-2017 Georgetown Class A motorhomes. The amber turn signal lens has an undersized reflective surface. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- The risk
- Inadequately reflective turn signals can make it difficult for other drivers to see when the vehicle intends to turn, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the turn signal, and bulb, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 11, 2025. Owners may call Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 68-1875.
Vehicle safety record
2010 Forest River Georgetown Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 2010 Forest River Georgetown with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (3) and the brakes (2). Those complaints describe 1 fire. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in December 2024 for the turn signal. For comparison, the 2009 has 3 and the 2011 has 7.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Georgetown year, for its age
#263 most complained-about 2010 vehicle
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2010 Forest River Georgetown problems
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2010 Forest River Georgetown recalls 3
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 2014 FR3, 2009 Forest River Encore, Sportscoach Elite, and Aurora, 2008-2009 Cruise Master, 2012-2015 Aviator, 2007-2014 Georgetown, 2007-2009 Legend, 2008-2012 Ridgeview, 2008-2014 Cross Country, 2010-2014 Coachmen Encounter, 2009-2014 Pathfinder, Solera, Mirada, Prism, and Pursuit motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain Lippert-brand Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps. These steps use a bolt to attach the fan gear assembly to the steps. This bolt may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.
- The risk
- Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, free of charge. Forest River issued an interim notification to owners on January 7, 2016. The recall began on March 3, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service number at 1-574-389-4600. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-11102015-0109. Or owners can contact Lippert Components at 1-574-537-8900.
- The problem
- Forest river is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 georgetown recreational vehicles built on a ford stripped chassis, manufactured from february 15, 2010, through November 29, 2011. The gear shifters cable may break at the attachment to the transmission control selector arm assembly mounted on the steering column. If the cable breaks, the transmission gear indicator in the gear display in the instrument panel will remain in the first gear position regardless of the gear selected.
- The risk
- An incorrect gear indication in the instrument panel increases the risk that a vehicle is left in gear, such that the vehicle could roll leading to a crash or injury to a bystander.
- The fix
- Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission selector arm assembly and the cable assembly, free of charge. Forest river has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact forest river at 1-574-295-8749.
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7 complaints about the 2010 Forest River Georgetown
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The vehicle has caught fire underneath the dashboard and after further inspection concluded that it was produced by a electrical harness being pinched on the left side front between the wall and the frame of the dashboard. Vehicle was in motion.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 forest river georgetown. The contact stated that the bolt fractured on the retractable triple step. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the bracket needed to be replaced for the electric step entry. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. It was unknown if the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 15v798000 (equipment). The vin was unknown. The failure mileage was approximately 24,833.
Help please incident, twice camping, stationary and once on the street, also stationary. I have researched for any recalls and found recall # 15v798000, problem concerning the double and triple steps, a bolt may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps....I phoned lippert and spoke with a [[redacted]] , I expressed my concern to him regarding the continued fracture bolt, if it may possibly be caused by the recall. [[redacted]] then instructed me to search for a motorhome service center whom...
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will work on recalls, they will then contact lippert with their findings and determine the outcome. I found cordelia rv in fairfield. After several weeks they have contacted lipperrt, today I receive an email from [[redacted]]. , Stating the motorhome has not been affected by the recall but does need the bolt replaced (i stated this in our initial conversation of concern) as well as the ball joint assembly. I have attempted to phone [[redacted]] but have not heard from him as of yet (3 hours) I have gone into further dept with researching this problem with the step...I have found two forums with multiple pages of this exact problem....Injuries have occurred, even to an employer. Some have contacted the warranty, after expiration and had it replaced anyhow due to the many complaints. The steps were replaced with a kwikee brand, which has reported to be better built. Many, as myself, are surprised as to why this step problem has not become a "recall" I am seeking for the step to be replaced for free, this has been a problematic ordeal, no follow up calls from cordelia and no answer from lippert when I call as email instructed. I do not have any pictures at this moment, the rv is still in the hands of cordelia rv. The bolt that continues to fracture is the left, top bolt (facing the step from the outside) thank you for your attention, [[redacted]] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(B)(6). *Tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 forest river georgetown. While attempting to use the electric steps, the steps would make an abnormal noise and work intermittently. The rv was taken to the dealer where the recall was acknowledged. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v798000 (equipment); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 15,400.
Hydraulic hose broke at affecting leveling of vehicle. Needed to replace hose before being able to move vehicle. Hose broke at compression connector. A different hose broke 5 weeks later. In 2013 while at the forest river service center in elkhart in., The service person told me they had never heard of this problem. Nothing was done to prepare for another such thing from happening. *Tr
Discovered a major defect with all of the return orange hydraulic hoses used within the room slide and stabilizing jack system with the motor home. The defect is severe blistering (or bubbling) which occurs over the entire length of the hydraulic line. As the system operates at high pressure, these blisters will eventually rupture causing a complete lose of hydraulic fluid and pressure within the entire system. This lack of pressure will cause all of the stabilizer jacks to fall/deploy and for the potential...
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room slide extensions to extend/deploy. This is an dangerous/extreme/serious hazard if this happens at highway speed. Forest river admits to the defect and has recently changed hose manufactures. They are also covering the replacement of the hoses for original owners who are within the one year warranty period. All others are on their own to discover and resolve this problem. This is known to impact forest river georgetown model years 2010 through 2012. See the following for more details from many owners with the same complaint/issue/concern. Http://www.Forestriverforums.Com/forums/f16/bulges-in-hydraulic-hoses-15697.Html note: context for the potential for serious injury and workings of the hydraulic system was taken from a forest river authorized repair center after looking over my unit and discussing the blistering lines. A statement from the repair center can be provided if needed. *Tr updated 7/11/12 *cn updated 07/26/12*lj
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 forest river georgetown motor home. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the steering wheel and steering gear box failed, causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who kept the vehicle for almost two weeks and returned it to the contact without being repaired. The was unsure as to why the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 4,000.
Forest River Georgetown: every year compared
All Georgetown years2010 Forest River Georgetown vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Forest River Georgetown | 7 | 3 | C | |
| 2010 Forest River Cardinal | 3 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2010 Forest River Berkshire | 1 | 2 | B | Compare |
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Questions about the 2010 Forest River Georgetown
Does the 2010 Forest River Georgetown have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2010 Forest River Georgetown: turn signal (December 2024); recreational vehicle / trailer (November 2015); gear position indication (prndl) (May 2012). 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 2010 Forest River Georgetown?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (3), brakes (2), equipment & accessories (1).
How many complaints has the 2010 Forest River Georgetown had?
7 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 19, 2012 and the latest on September 3, 2020. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2010 Forest River Georgetown a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Forest River Georgetown 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 Georgetown years have the most complaints?
2004 (10), 2012 (9), 2001 (7). See every Forest River Georgetown year compared.
What should I do if my 2010 Forest River Georgetown 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