- The problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Forest River Salem, Wildcat Maxx, Wildwood, Vibe, and Rainier recreational trailers. The break-away safety switch may not have been wired to a constant power source, and, as a result, the switch may be inadvertently disconnected from the trailer house battery causing the brakes to not engage if the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle.
- The risk
- If the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new wiring harness to reroute the wiring, free of charge. The recall began September 25, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5410. Forest River's number for this recall is 22/30-0824.
Vehicle safety record
2017 Forest River Rainier Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2017 Forest River Rainier have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in August 2018 for the 12v / 24v / 48v battery.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Rainier year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2017 Forest River Rainier 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 2015-2018 Vibe, and 2016-2018 Rainier recreational trailers. The liquid propane (LP) line may have insufficient clearance above the axle shackle.
- The risk
- Without adequate clearance, the LP line may be damaged, resulting in a propane leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the LP line with a longer one, routing it away from the axle hangers, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-541-644-8063. Forest River's number for this recall is 64-0516.
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Forest River Rainier: every year compared
All Rainier years2017 Forest River Rainier vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Forest River Rainier | 0 | 2 | C | |
| 2017 Forest River Cherokee | 11 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2017 Forest River Cardinal | 7 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2017 Forest River Coachmen | 5 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2017 Forest River Flagstaff | 4 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2017 Forest River Cedar Creek | 3 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 2017 Forest River Blue Ridge | 3 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2017 Forest River Amera-Lite | 2 | 2 | - | Compare |
| 2017 Forest River Clipper Camping Trailer | 2 | 0 | 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 2017 Forest River Rainier
Does the 2017 Forest River Rainier have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Forest River Rainier: 12v / 24v / 48v battery (August 2018); lpg systems (September 2017). 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 2017 Forest River Rainier had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2017 Forest River Rainier a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Forest River Rainier 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 2017 Forest River Rainier 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