- The problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Impression fifth wheel travel trailers. The solar charge line, front LED hitch light, and the pass-thru light may have been wired to the incorrect mini breaker.
- The risk
- Wires connected to the incorrect mini breaker could melt and short, increasing the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will correct the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-367-3314. Forest River's number for this recall is 83-1862.
Vehicle safety record
2023 Forest River Impression Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2023 Forest River Impression have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in November 2024 for the wiring.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Impression year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2023 Forest River Impression 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 2023 Impression fifth wheels vehicles. The exterior griddle may be stowed while still connected to LP gas line.
- The risk
- A griddle stowed while the gas is still in use can increase the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a 90-degree fitting on the griddle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-327-2707. Forest River's number for this recall is 83-1658.
- The problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Forest River Inc. Impression Fifth Wheel recreational vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured without a secondary emergency exit.
- The risk
- A missing secondary exit could result in occupants becoming trapped inside during an emergency, increasing their risk of injury.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and install an egress window, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 29, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-4995. Forest River's number for this recall is 83-1554.
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Forest River Impression: every year compared
All Impression years2023 Forest River Impression vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Forest River Impression | 0 | 3 | C | |
| 2023 Forest River Cedar Creek | 4 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 2023 Forest River Cherokee | 3 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2023 Forest River Georgetown | 3 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 2023 Forest River Economy Hauler | 2 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2023 Forest River Forester | 1 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2023 Forest River Cargo Mate | 1 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2023 Forest River NO Boundaries | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2023 Forest River Cardinal | 1 | 0 | A | 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 2023 Forest River Impression
Does the 2023 Forest River Impression have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2023 Forest River Impression: wiring (November 2024); equipment (July 2023); escape / egress / exit (September 2022). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2023 Forest River Impression had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2023 Forest River Impression a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Forest River Impression 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.
What should I do if my 2023 Forest River Impression 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