2015 Forest River Work and Play recalls and problems

The 2015 Forest River Work and Play has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Forest River dealer.

Recalls
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Complaints
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Crashes / fires
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Injuries / deaths
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Recalls may cover only some 2015 Forest River Work and Play vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2015 Forest River Work and Play recalls

Recall 15V-771: Equipment

Reported Nov 19, 2015 · 489 vehicles affected · Forest River, Inc.

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 Berkshire, Charleston, Legacy, Dynamax, XLR, Continental Cargo, Work & Play, Shockwave, and Coachmen Brookstone recreational vehicles and toy haulers, equipped with Atwood on demand water heaters, models OD45, OD50, and OD50CW, manufactured January 2, 2012, to August 13, 2015. The affected water heaters have a water and gas valve that may cause the water heater to overheat the water in the hot water supply tap.

Risk: The overheating of the water may result in the release of steam, possibly causing the operator is to scald themselves and increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Forest River will notify owners of a field remedy as provided by Atwood to the Dealerships and O.E.M. A. Inspection and installation instructions for the remedy, to be used and applied only by qualified service center personnel. B. Installation of a water flow adjustment STOP KEY that prevents the adjustment of the water flow down below .5gal/min. C. The addition of a star or lock washer to secure the adjustment screw that prevents unintended adjustment or and adjustment drift from vibration as you travel down the road. D. Securement of the remedy with the application of a warning and tamper proof label applied over the stop key and adjustment screw. The recall began on December 17, 2015. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440, or Atwood customer service at 1-574-264-2131. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-11092015-0107.

2015 Forest River Work and Play problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 2,000 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 Work and Play complaints

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

Suspension · at 2,000 miles · reported May 31, 2016
While driving down a busy two lane mountain highway going 65 MPH, we were flagged to pull over from surrounding vehicles in regards to something dragging under the rear of the trailer. After pulling over on to the highway shoulder, I found a frame cross brace dragging on the ground. Further checking into the issue, I found the shackle to the rear axle hanging and all welds broken on the drivers side. The passenger side weld are fractured as well. The tire had been rubbing the frame, axles now seem bent and severe stress is present on the springs, as they are flat and not curved.the broken axle…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Forest River Work and Play have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 Forest River Work and Play: 15V-771 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2015 Forest River Work and Play?

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