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2018 Forest River Freedom Express recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2018 Forest River Freedom Express, but owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
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Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
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Injuries / deaths
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Recalls may cover only some 2018 Forest River Freedom Express vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2018 Forest River Freedom Express problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension1
Service Brakes, Air1
Tires1

Most reported parts

  • Service Brakes, Air › Antilock › Interconnecting Assembly(Wiring) — 1
  • Tires › Tread/Belt — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 2,000 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 2018 Forest River Freedom Express complaints

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

Tires · reported Jul 19, 2021
ST225/75R15 Tire delaminated on interstate. Belt separated from tire causing damage to vehicle. This was the second tire to fail on vehicle.
Service Brakes, Air · at 1,000 miles · reported Jun 7, 2021
The contact owns a 2018 Forest River Freedom Express RV. The contact stated while the RV was parked, her husband inspected underneath the vehicle and noticed that there were no brake line connections for the front driver’s or passenger’s side. The contact notified the local dealer however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact was concerned about an accident in the event the RV was driven. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 1,000.
Suspension · at 2,000 miles · reported Aug 26, 2020
Tires on the stbd side of the trailer are rubbing against the bottom of the trailer. The leaf springs looked flat. I have found several other forest river "coachman freedom express" models with the same issue.the tires rub when in motion damaging the bottom of the trailer and will potentially lead to a blown tire.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Forest River Freedom Express have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2018 Forest River Freedom Express as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Forest River Freedom Express?

Owners report suspension problems most often (1 reports), followed by service brakes, air (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 2,000 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.