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2026 Forest River Avenger problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2026 Forest River Avenger — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2026 compare to other Avenger years?

Avenger NHTSA complaints by model year, 2026 highlighted3 complaints2013: 0 complaints2014: 1 complaints2017: 2 complaints2018: 1 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 1 complaints2021: 3 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 0 complaints2026: 0 complaints
Avenger NHTSA complaints by model year, 2026 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2026 Forest River Avenger have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V221000OtherApril 8, 2026 · 173 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2026 Westbrook and Avenger travel trailers. The Federal Placard label may list an incorrect dry weight. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, “Tire Selection and Rims.”

Consequence

Incorrect weight information may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 452-2045.

2026 Forest River Avenger — common questions

Is the 2026 Forest River Avenger reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2026 Forest River Avenger have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2026 Forest River Avenger. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.