2014 Forest River Crusader recalls and problems

The 2014 Forest River Crusader has 1 safety recall and 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Forest River dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2014 Forest River Crusader vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2014 Forest River Crusader recalls

Recall 14V-140: Equipment, Structure

Reported Mar 24, 2014 · 94 vehicles affected · Forest River, Inc.

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2014 Crusader fifth wheel trailers, model CSF315RST, manufactured September 26, 2013, through March 3, 2014. In the affected trailers, the slide room actuator bracket may come into contact with the tire under certain road conditions.

Risk: If the bracket comes in contact with the tire, sudden tire failure may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a replacement bracket that will adequately clear the tire, free of charge. The recall began on April 17, 2014. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-862-3001.

2014 Forest River Crusader problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Tires	6
Structure	1
Wheels	1

Most reported parts

Tires › Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 2,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2014 Forest River Crusader complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Wheels · at 3,000 miles · reported Sep 1, 2017

While going down ny thru way at 65mph my power king stx tire exploded and blew off the wheelwell and flare to the tune of $1400.00 not including the tire. This tire had less then 1000 miles and was 1 year old. My insurance adjuster showed me another power king tire that blew apart the same way 2 weeks ago. Clearly this tire is not adequate for the trailer they were installed on from the dealer.

Tires · at 2,500 miles · reported Jul 25, 2016

Tire failure. 2500 miles belt separation. Your site options are incomplete. Trailer: 2014 forest river rockwood mini lite 2109s. Tire: akuret st205/75r14. Model hf188. Load range c. Your options boxes didn't offer this info.

Structure · at 200 miles · reported Apr 21, 2016

The contact owns a 2016 (Na) forest river crusader 32 FT travel trailer. While driving 65 MPH, the mounting bracket in the rear of the vehicle fractured. The contact stated that the spare tire became loose. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact removed the entire river bracket. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was approximately 200. Updated 06/15/16 the consumer stated the spare tire was mounted below the back bumper and it would hit the ground while driving. The bracket usd to hold the spare tire in place, was flimsy.…

Tires · at 1,500 miles · reported Jan 19, 2016

Power king towmax st 235-80-r16. Dot 83b5 gpb date code 0313 while driving 62 MPH 90 miles from home tire exploded causing rv wheel well damage this was the 2nd tire in 2 trips. Tires were inspected before trip and pressure set to 80 PSI. Remaining tires still look new but will be replaced because I cannot trust the power king tires. The rv manufacturer is unresponsive to tire problems. I think the NHTSA should look into the st radial problem especially the ones made in china.

Tires · reported Sep 14, 2015

We were traveling I-85 north bound out of atlanta ga.about 60-65 MPH. About one hour into our trip home when a truck pulled up beside us. He pointed at our camper and to pull over asap. We pulled over to the side of the road and were shocked to see both right side tires had grown to where they were rubbing each other. After about 4 hrs total we made it to a safe place to spend the night, it was to late to get any work done. The next morning we had two of the tires replaced and after closer inspection they recommended we replace all. They said the belts or something were coming apart inside and…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 Forest River Crusader have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2014 Forest River Crusader: 14V-140 (equipment, structure). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2014 Forest River Crusader?

Owners report tires problems most often (6 reports), followed by structure (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 2,500 miles.

Are Forest River recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Forest River dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.