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Forest River Berkshire recalls and problems

30 recalls and 26 owner complaints for 20 model years. Pick your year for full details.

Recalls
30
Complaints
26
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0

Choose a model year

20222021202020192018201720162015201420132012201120102009200820072006200520042003

Forest River Berkshire by year

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesDeaths
2022 Berkshire100000
2021 Berkshire830000
2020 Berkshire510000
2019 Berkshire960000
2018 Berkshire1110000
2017 Berkshire1100000
2016 Berkshire740020
2015 Berkshire310000
2014 Berkshire320000
2013 Berkshire200000
2012 Berkshire300000
2011 Berkshire330000
2010 Berkshire210000
2009 Berkshire120000
2008 Berkshire320000
2007 Berkshire400000
2006 Berkshire100000
2005 Berkshire100000
2004 Berkshire100000
2003 Berkshire100000

Most reported Forest River Berkshire problems

Problem areaReports
Exterior Lighting12
Electrical System6
Engine3
Visibility/Wiper3
Suspension2
Engine and Engine Cooling2
Structure2
Back Over Prevention1
Steering1
Wheels1

All Forest River Berkshire recalls

RecallDateYearsComponentSummary
23V-014Jan 20, 20232021EquipmentForest River Bus, LLC (Forest River Bus) is recalling certain 2021 Berkshire Coach Ultra UL1952 coaches.
22V-381May 27, 20222021–2022Electrical SystemForest River, Inc.
21V-691Sep 3, 20212021Electrical SystemForest River, Inc.
21V-523Jul 9, 20212019–2021Equipment, StructureForest River, Inc.
21V-219Mar 29, 20212021Exterior LightingForest River, Inc.
20V-727Nov 23, 20202020–2021EquipmentForest River, Inc.
20V-562Sep 17, 20202018–2021TiresForest River, Inc.
20V-540Sep 4, 20202021Equipment, Electrical SystemForest River, Inc.
20V-488Aug 18, 20202017–2020Exterior Lighting, Electrical SystemForest River, Inc.
20V-161Mar 19, 20202019–2020Service Brakes, AirForest River, Inc.
19V-454Jun 17, 20192017–2018Engine, EquipmentForest River, Inc.
19V-202Mar 14, 20192018–2019VisibilityForest River, Inc.
19V-048Jan 22, 20192017–2018Engine, Electrical SystemForest River, Inc.
18V-768Oct 31, 20182018–2019VisibilityForest River, Inc.
18V-770Oct 31, 20182018–2019Service Brakes, AirForest River, Inc.
18V-737Oct 19, 20182017–2019Exterior LightingForest River, Inc.
18V-623Sep 13, 20182019EquipmentForest River, Inc.
18V-179Mar 19, 20182016–2017SteeringForest River, Inc.
17V-799Dec 13, 20172016–2018Electrical SystemForest River, Inc.
17V-756Nov 22, 20172003–2018EquipmentForest River, Inc.
17V-623Oct 6, 20172014–2017Exterior LightingForest River, Inc.
17V-500Aug 10, 20172016–2017Electrical SystemForest River, Inc.
17V-059Jan 26, 20172017–2018SteeringForest River, Inc.
16V-285May 11, 20162016–2017Suspension, SteeringForest River, Inc.
15V-771Nov 19, 20152012–2016EquipmentForest River, Inc.
13V-005Jan 7, 20132010–2012Vehicle Speed Control, Exterior Lighting, Electrical SystemForest River is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Berkshire and Charleston diesel motorhomes.
11V-531Nov 3, 20112011Engine and Engine CoolingForest river is recalling certain model year 2011 berkshire models 360fws, 390bh, 390rb and 390qs recreational vehicles manufactured from september 1, 2010, through february 28, 2011, equipped with a cummins isx or isl…
10V-454Oct 1, 20102007EquipmentForest river is recalling certain recreational vehicles equipped with dimplex electraflame, symphony, or optiflame branded electric fireplaces, stoves, and fireplace inserts.
08V-345Jul 28, 20082007–2008SuspensionForest river is recalling 57 my 2007-2008 motor homes built on freightliner xc chassis and equipped with saf-holland rear suspensions.
08V-204May 6, 20082007–2008SteeringForest river is recalling 93 my 2007-2008 charleston and berkshire motor homes built on freightliner chassis.

Frequently asked questions

What is the worst year for the Forest River Berkshire?

By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2019 Forest River Berkshire has the most reports (6). Check the 2019 page for the problems owners describe.

How many recalls does the Forest River Berkshire have?

NHTSA lists 30 safety recalls covering Forest River Berkshire model years 2003–2022.

What are the most common Forest River Berkshire problems?

Owners report exterior lighting, electrical system, engine problems most often.