- The problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Coachmen Cross Country, 2015 Coachmen Encore, 2016-2020 Coachmen Mirada, 2018-2021 Coachmen Sportscoach, 2019-2021 Forest River Berkshire, 2011-2016 Forest River Blue Ridge, 2014-2019 Forest River Cardinal, 2014-2020 Forest River Cedar Creek, 2014-2021 Forest River Georgetown, 2019 Forest River Legacy, and 2017-2018 Forest River Riverstone recreational vehicles equipped with Hehr 6400 Series windows. The adhesive that bonds the vented portion of the window may fail.
- The risk
- Adhesive failure may cause the vent portion of the window to detach, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the windows, and replace the vent if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8600. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1380.
Vehicle safety record
2018 Forest River Georgetown Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2018 Forest River Georgetown with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (3) and the wheels & tires (1). It is covered by 5 recalls, the latest in July 2021 for the recreational vehicle / trailer. For comparison, the 2017 has 0 and the 2019 has 0.
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CAbout as many problems as a typical Georgetown year, for its age
#247 most complained-about 2018 vehicle
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2018 Forest River Georgetown problems
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2018 Forest River Georgetown recalls 5
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 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.
- 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.
- The problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Georgetown recreational vehicles, models GTA36D7 and GTA34P7. These vehicles have 18 gauge wires connected to a 30 amp circuit breaker.
- The risk
- 18 gauge wires cannot handle the potential amp draw, possibly resulting in the wires melting and increasing the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will connect the 18 gauge wiring to an additional circuit breaker that will be installed, free of charge. The recall began on February 20, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 68-0623.
- The problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Georgetown recreational vehicles, models GTA31L5, GTA31R5, GTA369XLF, GTA36B5, GTA36B5F, GTA377XLF, GTA378XLF, built on Ford chassis and equipped with Antilock Brake Systems (ABS). The brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) on these vehicles may be missing valve block ball plugs, potentially causing a brake fluid leak or air ingestion during electronic brake distribution and/or ABS activation.
- The risk
- A brake fluid leak or air ingestion can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners, and Ford or Lincoln dealers will inspect the HECU for missing valve block ball plugs, replacing the unit as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 26, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 68-0606.
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4 complaints about the 2018 Forest River Georgetown
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
2018 Georgetown RV Motorhome equipped with G670 RV UTL tires/245/70R19.5. The tires on the front (D&P side) have the DOT data omitted (see photo) and the two outer rear tires have the DOT data, and the inter two rear tires are unknown at this time. Since I had tires with the DOT data missing, I contacted Goodyear Customer Relations at Akron, OH on Sept 17, 2024 with my concern. Goodyear replied with "Currently, we do not have any tires on recall. If you have a problem or are concerned about your tires we would...
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recommend visiting your nearest authorized Goodyear retailer for an inspection for your peace of mind." As a consumer, I know that date data (made/expired) is required. Therefore, kindly request the NHTSA clarify this DOT matter to whether tires require a DOT stamp? Those without a DOT stamp, safe or not safe?
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 forest river georgetown. The contact stated that the main door latch was inoperable. The contact stated that occupants had to exit the rv through the windows. The rv was taken to ron hoover rv & marine of south houston (1903 gulf fwy, la marque, tx 77568, (409) 935-7101) where it was diagnosed with needing the main door latch to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 24,282. The vin was not available.*Dt
We have had a separation of the sidewall from the vehicle frame. It appears from the entrance door going forward over the front tire. It looks like screws that hold the wall to the framework have broken. There is a gap under the entrance door threshold plate and looking inside you can see a gap of about 1/4 inch between the floor edge and the wall. I have a picture or 2 to share. We noticed this while parked in a space we rented from charlotte motor speedway while there attending a automotive event called the...
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charlotte auto fair. My wife was entering the rv and noticed it first. We had driven the night before from danville, va. A trip of about 2 hours and 15 minutes via the rte i-85 and rte 29 from danville . Its a 4 lane highway as well as i-85. Our rv has about 7500 miles on it and it's a georgetown gt 36 b 5 model. Where I entered the speed I was traveling when it happened, that's from the trip I took going to where I was. I was sitting still when I noticed it. *Dt *dt *dt consumer stated screws that hold the wall to the framework are behind this molding. Most of the loose screws seem to be from the front to an area at the steps where you can see the gap under the threshold plate. Laying under the rv near the tire, I can see that there is a space of about quarter inch or better between the wall and the frame and you can see the screws in that gap as well. Consumer has contacted dealer. Invalid vin*jb
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Forest River Georgetown: every year compared
All Georgetown years2018 Forest River Georgetown vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Forest River Georgetown | 4 | 5 | C | |
| 2018 Forest River Cherokee | 14 | 8 | F | Compare |
| 2018 Forest River Flagstaff | 5 | 5 | F | 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 FR3 | 3 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 2018 Forest River Columbus | 2 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2018 Forest River Berkshire | 1 | 11 | F | Compare |
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Questions about the 2018 Forest River Georgetown
Does the 2018 Forest River Georgetown have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2018 Forest River Georgetown: recreational vehicle / trailer (July 2021); visibility (October 2018); door (April 2018); wiring (January 2018) and more. 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 Georgetown?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (3), wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 2018 Forest River Georgetown had?
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 3, 2018 and the latest on September 25, 2024. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2018 Forest River Georgetown a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 44 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 2018 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