2014 Forest River Forester problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 4 complaints on file for the 2014 Forest River Forester — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2014 compare to other Forester years?

Forester NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2014 Forest River Forester problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Electrical System	1	25%	— flat
Engine	1	25%	new
Fuel System	1	25%	new
Other	1	25%	— flat

Does the 2014 Forest River Forester have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

14V449000OtherJuly 23, 2014 · 1,041 units

Defect

Forest River Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Georgetown, Sunseeker, Forester, Cross Country, Pathfinder, Cardinal, Blue Ridge, Cedar Creek, and Brookstone recreational vehicles manufactured March 11, 2013, through April 26, 2013 and equipped with certain Frigidaire Convection Microwave models CFMV152CLB and CFMV154CLS. The microwave may start on it's own and begin heating when unattended.

Consequence

If the microwave starts on its own and there are contents inside, a fire could result.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will repair the membrane/keypad component, free of charge. The recall began in February 2015. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-353-7383.

13V251000Electrical SystemJune 18, 2013 · 289 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2014 Sunseeker, Forester, Lexington, and Solera motorhomes manufactured between April 1, 2013, through May 21, 2013. The battery isolation manager (BIM) can develop a short circuit.

Consequence

A short circuit may result in smoke, melting or a fire.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners and will replace the BIM. The recall is expected to begin during July 2013. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-206-7600.

13V203000OtherMay 17, 2013 · 9,526 units

Defect

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, Sierra, Stealth, Sunseeker, Wildcat, Wildwood, Work and Play and XLR; Coachmen models Brookstone, Catalina, Chaparral, Concord, Encounter, Freedom Express, Freelander, Leprechaun, Mirada, Pursuit, and Sportcoach; Prime Time models Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Saniber, and Tracer; Palomino model Maverick Truck Camper; Cargo Mate model Eliminator and Shasta models Revere, Phoenix recreational vehicles manufactured from February 13, 2013, through April 18, 2013. Due to a design change in the power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.

Consequence

If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with motors of a different design. The safety recall began on July 29, 2013. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-389-4600 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“MY MOTORHOME IS 5 YEARS OLD WITH 51,000 MILES ON THE ODOMETRE , AND HAS A FULL SLIDE THAT HAS SUNKEN, DESTROYED THE COACH WALLS AND BROKEN THE FORD CHASSIS / FRAME IN 3 PLACES. I HAVE VIDEOS.& AN RV DEALERSHIP 'DESIGN FLAW' THE SLIDE IS UNUSABLE & I AM TOLD IN THE REPORT UNREPAIRABLE FOREST RIVER…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · October 31, 2020

“ENGINE OIL WAS CONSUMED VERY QUICK, NORMALLY IT SHOULD BE 6 MONTHS TO DO OIL CHANGE, BUT FOR MY CAR IT IS ONLY 3 MONTHS AFTER THE OIL CHANGE WAS DONE,.THE OIL LEVEL IS VERY LOW”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · May 12, 2016

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FOREST RIVER FORESTER RV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ELECTRICAL TERMINALS THAT WERE CONNECTED TO THE TWO HIGH AMPERAGE STORAGE BATTERIES WERE LOCATED APPROXIMATELY 4 INCHES FROM THE FUEL CONTAINER (PROPANE). THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · December 16, 2013

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FOREST RIVER FORESTER RV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ELECTRICAL TERMINALS THAT WERE CONNECTED TO THE TWO HIGH AMPERAGE STORAGE BATTERIES WERE LOCATED APPROXIMATELY 4 INCHES FROM THE FUEL CONTAINER (PROPANE). THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 16, 2013

2014 Forest River Forester — common questions

Is the 2014 Forest River Forester reliable?

The record is thin — 4 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2014 Forest River Forester have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2014 Forest River Forester. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2014 compare to other Forester years?

What are the most common 2014 Forest River Forester problems?

Does the 2014 Forest River Forester have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2014 Forest River Forester — common questions

Is the 2014 Forest River Forester reliable?

Does the 2014 Forest River Forester have recalls?

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