Forest River Sandpiper recalls and problems
18 recalls and 41 owner complaints for 25 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
18
Complaints
41
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
5
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Forest River Sandpiper by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Sandpiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 Sandpiper | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 Sandpiper | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 Sandpiper | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 Sandpiper | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 Sandpiper | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 Sandpiper | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 Sandpiper | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 Sandpiper | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 Sandpiper | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 Sandpiper | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 Sandpiper | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 Sandpiper | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 Sandpiper | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 Sandpiper | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 Sandpiper | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 Sandpiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 Sandpiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 Sandpiper | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 Sandpiper | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 Sandpiper | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 Sandpiper | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 Sandpiper | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 Sandpiper | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 Sandpiper | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Forest River Sandpiper problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 17 | |
| Electrical System | 9 | |
| Equipment | 7 | |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | |
| Suspension | 5 | |
| Tires | 5 | |
| Wheels | 2 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
| Seats | 1 |
All Forest River Sandpiper recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-476 | Jul 23, 2026 | 2027 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 25V-245 | Apr 14, 2025 | 2024–2025 | Structure | Forest River, Inc. |
| 23V-559 | Aug 7, 2023 | 2024 | Service Brakes, Power Train | Forest River, Inc. |
| 22V-556 | Jul 29, 2022 | 2022 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 22V-486 | Jul 8, 2022 | 2022 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 21V-378 | May 24, 2021 | 2021 | Equipment, Structure | Forest River, Inc. |
| 18V-624 | Sep 13, 2018 | 2019 | Suspension | Forest River, Inc. |
| 17V-808 | Dec 15, 2017 | 2018 | Equipment, Tires | Forest River, Inc. |
| 17V-756 | Nov 22, 2017 | 2003–2018 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 15V-480 | Jul 30, 2015 | 2014–2016 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 15V-390 | Jun 19, 2015 | 2010 | Suspension | Forest River, Inc. |
| 15V-273 | May 11, 2015 | 2015 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 13V-203 | May 17, 2013 | 2013–2014 | Equipment | Forest River is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Forest River models Blue Ridge, Cardinal, Cherokee, Columbus, EVO, Georgetown, Flagstaff, Forester, Lexington, Puma, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandpiper, Sandstorm… |
| 10V-460 | Oct 8, 2010 | 2011 | Power Train | Forest river is recalling certain model year 2011 sandpiper and sierra trailers equipped with dexter axles. |
| 10V-454 | Oct 1, 2010 | 2004 | Equipment | Forest river is recalling certain recreational vehicles equipped with dimplex electraflame, symphony, or optiflame branded electric fireplaces, stoves, and fireplace inserts. |
| 09V-375 | Sep 30, 2009 | 2010 | Equipment | Forest river is recalling model year 2010 sierra and sandpiper recreational travel trailers and fifth wheel trailers for failing to comply with the requirements of part 567, "certification." on the tire loading… |
| 08V-346 | Jul 7, 2008 | 2003–2006 | Equipment | Forest river is recalling certain my 2003-2006 motor homes, fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation. |
| 07V-085 | Mar 5, 2007 | 2000–2003 | Equipment | Certain recreational vehicles equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, may have a defect in the boiler tube. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Forest River Sandpiper?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2021 Forest River Sandpiper has the most reports (4). Check the 2021 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Forest River Sandpiper have?
NHTSA lists 18 safety recalls covering Forest River Sandpiper model years 2000–2019, 2021–2022, 2024–2025, 2027.
What are the most common Forest River Sandpiper problems?
Owners report structure, electrical system, equipment problems most often.