Forest River Legacy recalls
7 NHTSA safety recalls cover the Forest River Legacy, across model years 2012–2020. Every recall repair is free at any Forest River dealer.
Is yours affected? Check your Legacy by VIN — or pick your model year below for every recall, complaint and fix.
Recalls and owner complaints by model year
Of the Forest River Legacy model years, the 2019 has the most recalls (5); the 2015 drew the most owner complaints (2).
Recalls: NHTSA campaigns covering each Forest River Legacy model year on this page. Complaints: owner reports filed with NHTSA for that model year, including trims and variants sold under the model name (e.g. an F-150 page counts F-150 Raptor). Separate scales: compare the shape, not the heights across panels.
| Model year | Recalls | Owner complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 1 | no data |
| 2013 | 1 | no data |
| 2014 | 2 | 1 |
| 2015 | 2 | 2 |
| 2016 | 2 | 0 |
| 2017 | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 | 3 | 0 |
| 2019 | 5 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | no data |
Forest River Legacy recalls by model year
Most common Forest River Legacy problems
What these recalls fix, grouped by the vehicle system NHTSA files them under:
Latest Forest River Legacy recalls
- COACHMEN MIRADA (2020) recall — Equipment
Forest River recalls 2020 Coachmen Mirada RVs with Hehr 6400 Series windows due to adhesive failure that may cause window vent to detach, increasing crash risk. Free window replacement available.
- FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE (2020) recall — Tires
Forest River recalls 2020 Berkshire motorhomes for potential tire valve stem damage that could cause loss of tire pressure, increasing crash risk. Owners should contact customer service for free inspection or replacement.
- FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE (2020) recall — Exterior Lighting
Forest River recalls 2020 Berkshire motorhomes with faulty rear lights that may cause crashes. Owners must get free PDM replacement by January 18, 2021.
- FOREST RIVER GEORGETOWN (2019) recall — Visibility
Forest River recalls 2017-2019 Georgetown and other motorhomes for windshield shade that may unroll while driving, blocking visibility and increasing crash risk. Owners must contact customer service for free fix.
- FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE (2019) recall — Exterior Lighting
Forest River recalls 2019 Berkshire motorhomes with nonfunctioning rear lights that could increase crash risk. Owners must contact customer service for free repairs once parts are available.
Recall timeline
When the Forest River Legacy recalls were issued, by year — a cluster usually means one defect recalled in stages or across a platform.
What to do if your Forest River Legacy is recalled
- Confirm it’s yours. Recalls cover ranges of VINs, so check your VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.
- Heed any warning. A do-not-drive or park-outside recall applies until the repair is done.
- Call a Forest River dealer with your VIN and book the repair. It’s free by law, whatever the vehicle’s age.
- Ask about a loaner or tow if parts are back-ordered or the vehicle isn’t safe to drive.
- Paid for the same fix already? Keep the receipt and ask Forest River about reimbursement.
Every Forest River Legacy recall, by model year
2019 Forest River Legacy — 5 recalls
2018 Forest River Legacy — 3 recalls
2017 Forest River Legacy — 2 recalls
2016 Forest River Legacy — 2 recalls
2015 Forest River Legacy — 2 recalls
2014 Forest River Legacy — 2 recalls
Forest River Legacy recall questions
How many recalls does the Forest River Legacy have?
We have 7 NHTSA safety recalls on record for the Forest River Legacy, covering model years 2012–2020. The most recent was issued Sep 7, 2021 (Equipment).
Which Forest River Legacy model year has the most recalls?
The 2019 Forest River Legacy has the most, with 5 recalls on record. Every model year with a recall is listed on this page with links to each one.
What are the most common Forest River Legacy recall problems?
By system: Equipment (2), Exterior Lighting (2), Tires (1), Visibility (1).
Is it safe to drive a recalled Forest River Legacy?
None of these recalls carries an NHTSA do-not-drive or park-outside warning, but each fixes a safety defect, so book the free repair promptly.
How do I check if my Forest River Legacy has an open recall?
Run a VIN recall check: enter your 17-character VIN to see the recalls on record for your exact year, then confirm at NHTSA.gov which are still unrepaired on your vehicle. Any Forest River dealer can also look it up.
Are Forest River Legacy recall repairs free?
Yes. Federal law requires Forest River to fix safety recalls free of charge at any authorized Forest River dealer, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had.
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