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2015 Forest River R-POD recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2015 Forest River R-POD, but owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2015 Forest River R-POD vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2015 Forest River R-POD problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension2
Structure1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 15,000 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 2015 Forest River R-POD complaints

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

Suspension · reported Aug 28, 2024
Factory installed axle is under rated for the application. Axle sags causing the wheels to camber inward towards the trailer potentially causing a blowout and loss of control.
Structure · reported Mar 28, 2023
The frame of this RV has a defective design. The outer portions of the trailer are not supported by the frame allowing them to sag until the fender hits the tire potentially causing a tire blowout.
Suspension · at 15,000 miles · reported Jun 6, 2019
The axle fell off the vehicle when backing up in my driveway going 1 MPH. On examination, the 'l-shaped' metal bracket welded to the frame above had broken below the weld and above 2 bolts fastening the bracket to the riser of the trailer. The welder who repaired the broken piece of metal told me that the bracket had a cut between the 2 bolts and that this had weakened the metal bracket to the point that it failed. I fear that this is a systematic problem during manufacturing when they temporarily ran short of the standard piece of metal and grabbed whatever was at hand. If so, this is an…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Forest River R-POD have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2015 Forest River R-POD as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2015 Forest River R-POD?

Owners report suspension problems most often (2 reports), followed by structure (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 15,000 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.