2002 Forest River Sandpiper recalls and problems

The 2002 Forest River Sandpiper has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Forest River dealer.

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

Recalls may cover only some 2002 Forest River Sandpiper vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 Forest River Sandpiper recalls

Recall 07V-085: Equipment

Reported Mar 5, 2007 · 128,000 vehicles affected · FOREST RIVER, INC.

Problem: Certain recreational vehicles equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (Gas flame) is present.

Risk: Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.

Fix: Forest river will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (Please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist you in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or forest river at 1-574-389-4600,

2002 Forest River Sandpiper problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Equipment1

Most reported parts

  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 1

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 2002 Forest River Sandpiper complaints

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

Equipment · reported Sep 12, 2008
2002 forest river sandpiper rv dometic refrigerator recall. Consumer states that the recall was completed but the refrigerator is still not working. The consumer stated a substance had been leaking from the trailer for a long time.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Forest River Sandpiper have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2002 Forest River Sandpiper: 07V-085 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Forest River Sandpiper?

Owners report equipment problems most often (1 reports).

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.