VehicleVerdict

Forest River Forester years to avoid

Across 1997–2026, no single Forester year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 2017 drew the most complaints; 2026 the fewest.

49

Total complaints

24

Recall campaigns

1997–2026

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Every Forester year

YearComplaintsRecalls
202601
202502
202412
202314
202243
202115
202003
201912
201813
2017142
201683
201561
201443
201304
201221
201101
201001
200611
200511
200432
200302
200201
200111
200001
199901
199801
199701

Common questions

What is the best year for the Forest River Forester?

By complaint volume, 2026 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Forester years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Forest River Forester have?

Across all model years, the Forester has 24 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 49 consumer complaints on file.

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.