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2016 Forest River R-Pod problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2016 Forest River R-Pod — 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.

3

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2016 compare to other R-Pod years?

R-Pod NHTSA complaints by model year, 2016 highlighted13 complaints2009: 0 complaints2010: 1 complaints2011: 3 complaints2012: 2 complaints2015: 3 complaints2016: 3 complaints2017: 3 complaints2018: 12 complaints2019: 13 complaints2020: 11 complaints2021: 9 complaints2022: 3 complaints2023: 0 complaints2024: 1 complaints2025: 0 complaints
R-Pod NHTSA complaints by model year, 2016 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2016 Forest River R-Pod problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other133%
Body & Structure133%
Tires & Wheels133%

Does the 2016 Forest River R-Pod have recalls?

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

15V359000SuspensionJune 9, 2015 · 1,497 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Evo, Salem, Sandstorm, Shockwave, Stealth, Wildwood, Cherokee Grey Wolf, Wildcat Maxx, Vibe, R-Pod, and Surveyor trailers. In the affected trailers, the studs that are used to attach the wheels to the axle hubs may break.

Consequence

If the wheel studs break, the wheel could detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any affected wheel hub, free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 2015. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-909-873-3777. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-05142015-0037.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“THE STRAP THAT HOLDS THE SEWER DRAIN PIPE BROKE. THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM AND THERE WAS A RECALL ISSUED FOR MODEL YEARS 2018 THROUGH 2020. I BELIEVE THE RECALL SHOULD BE EXPANDED. LUCKILY FOR ME, THIS HAPPENED CLOSE TO HOME SO IT DID NOT CAUSE DRAIN PIPE DAMAGE AND I WAS ABLE TO GET A…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · November 7, 2020

“A structural design failure has occurred on the short wall on the slide out side of the model 179 camper. The support installation at the time of manufacturer is insufficient. The company has offered to send additional supports for the owner to install. This is of no help once the failure has…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · March 1, 2022

“UNEXPECTED TIRE FAILURE; BLOWOUT OCCURRED THROUGH THE TREAD OF THE TIRE, INSTEAD OF SIDEWALL; SUSTAINED SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO THE PASSENGER SIDE OF VEHICLE, INCLUDING A LOST FENDER, BENT FRAMING, AND LOSS OF FLOORING MATERIAL. FENDER HAS BEEN REPLACED, FRAMING AND FLOORING MATERIAL HAS NOT BEEN…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · June 29, 2016

2016 Forest River R-Pod — common questions

Is the 2016 Forest River R-Pod reliable?

The record is thin — 3 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2016 Forest River R-Pod have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2016 Forest River R-Pod. 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.