Forest River Sunseeker recalls and problems
25 recalls and 39 owner complaints for 25 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
25
Complaints
39
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
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Forest River Sunseeker by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Sunseeker | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 Sunseeker | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 Sunseeker | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 Sunseeker | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Sunseeker | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 Sunseeker | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 Sunseeker | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 Sunseeker | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 Sunseeker | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 Sunseeker | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 Sunseeker | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 Sunseeker | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 Sunseeker | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 Sunseeker | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 Sunseeker | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 Sunseeker | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 Sunseeker | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 Sunseeker | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 Sunseeker | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 Sunseeker | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 Sunseeker | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 Sunseeker | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 Sunseeker | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 Sunseeker | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 Sunseeker | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Forest River Sunseeker problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 8 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 6 | |
| Equipment | 6 | |
| Structure | 5 | |
| Suspension | 4 | |
| Electrical System | 4 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | |
| Steering | 2 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | |
| Engine | 2 |
All Forest River Sunseeker recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-646 | Oct 5, 2026 | 2026–2027 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 25V-486 | Jul 25, 2025 | 2025–2026 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Forest River, Inc. |
| 24V-771 | Nov 8, 2024 | 2023 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 24V-351 | May 17, 2024 | 2023–2025 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 23V-774 | Nov 17, 2023 | 2022–2024 | Parking Brake | Forest River, Inc. |
| 23V-286 | Apr 21, 2023 | 2021–2023 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Forest River, Inc. |
| 22V-556 | Jul 29, 2022 | 2022–2023 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 20V-477 | Aug 14, 2020 | 2020–2021 | Seats, Air Bags, Electrical System | Forest River, Inc. |
| 20V-363 | Jun 19, 2020 | 2020–2021 | Structure, Service Brakes, Air | Forest River Inc. |
| 20V-358 | Jun 16, 2020 | 2020–2021 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 19V-736 | Oct 16, 2019 | 2020 | Electrical System, Seat Belts | Forest River, Inc. |
| 18V-444 | Jul 3, 2018 | 2014–2016 | Visibility | Forest River, Inc. |
| 18V-357 | Jun 1, 2018 | 2019 | Power Train | Forest River, Inc. |
| 17V-513 | Aug 18, 2017 | 2018 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 16V-465 | Jun 27, 2016 | 2015–2017 | Exterior Lighting | Forest River, Inc. |
| 16V-336 | May 23, 2016 | 2016–2017 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 14V-449 | Jul 23, 2014 | 2013–2014 | Equipment | Forest River Inc. |
| 13V-251 | Jun 18, 2013 | 2014 | Electrical System | 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… |
| 13V-037 | Feb 1, 2013 | 2013 | Electrical System | Forest River is recalling certain model year 2013 Concord, Leprechaun, Freelander, Lexington, Forester and Sunseeker class B and class C motor homes built on Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana chassis. |
| 12V-458 | Sep 18, 2012 | 2010–2013 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc., (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Sunseeker 2860, 3120, 3170, Forester 2861, 3121, 3171, and Lexington 283 Class C motorhomes, manufactured from August 18, 2009, through… |
| 10V-293 | Jun 25, 2010 | 2010 | Seats | Forest river is recalling certain model year 2010 sunseeker and lexington motor homes manufactured from november 10, 2009 through june 17, 2010. |
| 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. |
| 04V-276 | Jun 1, 2004 | 2004 | Seat Belts | Certain seat belt buckles on some motor homes fail to conform to the load requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Forest River Sunseeker?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2021 Forest River Sunseeker has the most reports (4). Check the 2021 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Forest River Sunseeker have?
NHTSA lists 25 safety recalls covering Forest River Sunseeker model years 2000–2006, 2010–2027.
What are the most common Forest River Sunseeker problems?
Owners report unknown or other, fuel/propulsion system, equipment problems most often.