2021 Forest River FR3 recalls and problems
The 2021 Forest River FR3 has 3 safety recalls and 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Forest River dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2021 Forest River FR3 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2021 Forest River FR3 recalls
Recall 24V-103: Equipment
Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Georgetown and FR3 Class A motorhomes. The liquid petroleum gas (LPG) tank mounting brackets may break, which can result in the LPG tank becoming dislodged and damaged.
Risk: A damaged LPG tank increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the brackets and welds as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 11, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 68-1736.
Recall 23V-262: Equipment
Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Forester 2401BSD, FR3 F3A32DSF, Georgetown GTA36K7, 2022-2023 East to West Entrada, 2023 East to West Alta, Coachmen Apex, Brookstone, Chaparral and Chaparral Lite, Forest River Crusader, Sanibel, Shasta Phoenix, Coachmen Spirit, and East to West Tandara vehicles. The solar panel mounting hardware may become loose and pull through the slot in the panel.
Risk: Loose hardware can cause the solar panels to detach from the vehicle during transit, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install additional hardware to the existing panel and install a secondary holding bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2023. Owners may contact East to West Alta, Entrada and Tandara customer service at 1-574-264-6664; Coachmen Apex and Spirit customer service at 1-574-825-8205; Coachmen Brookstone, Chaparral, Chaparral Lite, and Shasta Phoenix customer service at 1-574-825-7101; Crusader and Sanibel customer service at 1-574-862-1025; and Georgetown Forester and FR3 customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1607.
Recall 20V-361: Electrical System
Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 FR3 recreational vehicles built on a Ford chassis with a V8 engine. The wiring harness may have an incorrect wire connected to the parking brake, allowing the leveling jacks to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is in motion.
Risk: If the leveling jacks deploy while the vehicle is in motion, it can cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will correct the wiring harness, free of charge. This recall began June 26, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 68-1178.
2021 Forest River FR3 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 2 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Interior Panels › Dashboard — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 36,000 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 2021 Forest River FR3 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2021 Forest River FR3 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2021 Forest River FR3: 24V-103 (equipment), 23V-262 (equipment), 20V-361 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2021 Forest River FR3?
Owners report unknown or other problems most often (2 reports), followed by service brakes (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 36,000 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.