- 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 Vibe Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2017 Forest River Vibe have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in August 2018 for the 12v / 24v / 48v battery.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Vibe year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2017 Forest River Vibe recalls 4
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.
- The problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Vibe recreational trailers, model ORVBT236RBS-64. The Federal Placard has incorrect rear tire information, indicating ST205/75R15C tires inflated to 50psi, when the actual tires are size ST225/75R15D inflated to 65psi. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- The risk
- The incorrect tire information can cause the operator to install the wrong size and load range of replacement tires, or underinflate the existing tires. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners will provide them a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-541-644-8063. Forest River's number for this recall is 64-05232017-0413.
- The problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Vibe trailers manufactured September 20, 2016, to October 20, 2016. The outside of the kitchen stove may have been connected to a 12V D.C. positive circuit, potentially shocking a user that touches it.
- The risk
- An energized stove may increase the risk of an electrical shock and injury.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the positive wire, free of charge. The recall began on December 20, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-296-2084 extension 105. Forest River's number for this recall is 59-102212016-0260.
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Forest River Vibe: every year compared
All Vibe years2017 Forest River Vibe vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Forest River Vibe | 0 | 4 | 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 |
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Questions about the 2017 Forest River Vibe
Does the 2017 Forest River Vibe have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2017 Forest River Vibe: 12v / 24v / 48v battery (August 2018); lpg systems (September 2017); labels (May 2017); recreational vehicle / trailer (October 2016). 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 Vibe had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2017 Forest River Vibe a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 41 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Forest River Vibe 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 Vibe 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