Forest River Surveyor recalls and problems
24 recalls and 22 owner complaints for 21 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
24
Complaints
22
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Choose a model year
Forest River Surveyor by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Surveyor | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 Surveyor | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 Surveyor | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 Surveyor | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 Surveyor | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 Surveyor | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 Surveyor | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 Surveyor | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 Surveyor | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 Surveyor | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 Surveyor | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 Surveyor | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 Surveyor | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 Surveyor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 Surveyor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 Surveyor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 Surveyor | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 Surveyor | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 Surveyor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 Surveyor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 Surveyor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Forest River Surveyor problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 8 | |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | |
| Tires | 6 | |
| Structure | 5 | |
| Suspension | 5 | |
| Wheels | 3 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
All Forest River Surveyor recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-647 | Oct 5, 2026 | 2027 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 26V-476 | Jul 23, 2026 | 2027 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 22V-556 | Jul 29, 2022 | 2022 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 22V-185 | Mar 25, 2022 | 2022 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 20V-360 | Jun 19, 2020 | 2020 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 20V-297 | May 22, 2020 | 2020–2021 | Trailer Hitches, Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 20V-075 | Feb 12, 2020 | 2020 | Equipment, Tires | Forest River, Inc. |
| 19V-772 | Oct 25, 2019 | 2020 | Equipment, Electrical System | Forest River, Inc. |
| 19V-191 | Mar 8, 2019 | 2018–2019 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Forest River Surveyor recreational trailers, models SVT201RBLE, SVT201RBLE-47 and SVT201RBS-47. |
| 18V-296 | May 4, 2018 | 2018 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 18V-222 | Apr 6, 2018 | 2018 | Equipment, Tires | Forest River, Inc. |
| 18V-185 | Mar 21, 2018 | 2018 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 18V-002 | Jan 2, 2018 | 2018 | Electrical System | Forest River, Inc. |
| 16V-751 | Oct 18, 2016 | 2016–2017 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 16V-655 | Sep 13, 2016 | 2017 | Tires, Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 16V-547 | Jul 22, 2016 | 2016–2017 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 16V-062 | Feb 3, 2016 | 2016 | Electrical System | Forest River, Inc. |
| 15V-741 | Nov 9, 2015 | 2010–2016 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 15V-659 | Oct 15, 2015 | 2016 | Electrical System | Forest River, Inc. |
| 15V-359 | Jun 9, 2015 | 2016 | Suspension | Forest River, Inc. |
| 12V-212 | May 10, 2012 | 2012–2013 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Forest river is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 surveyor travel trailers, manufactured from august 12, 2011, through april 6, 2012. |
| 10V-648 | Dec 20, 2010 | 2011 | Wheels | Forest river is recalling certain model year 2011 surveyor travel trailers, crusader fifth wheel trailers, rance aluminum cargo trailers, and work and play toy hauler trailers equipped with 15" x 6" white spoke or… |
| 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 Surveyor?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2020 Forest River Surveyor has the most reports (4). Check the 2020 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Forest River Surveyor have?
NHTSA lists 24 safety recalls covering Forest River Surveyor model years 2000–2006, 2010–2022, 2027.
What are the most common Forest River Surveyor problems?
Owners report equipment, unknown or other, tires problems most often.