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2019 Forest River R-Pod problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 13 complaints on file for the 2019 Forest River R-Pod — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

13

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other R-Pod years?

R-Pod NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 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, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Forest River R-Pod problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Body & Structure646%
Tires & Wheels431%
Electrical System215%
Other18%

Does the 2019 Forest River R-Pod have recalls?

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

20V763000OtherDecember 10, 2020 · 2,828 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2020 RPOD travel trailers. The sewer termination bracket may fail, causing the plumbing to drag on the ground or to detach completely.

Consequence

If the plumbing were to detach, it can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new securement bracket, free of charge. The recall began January 12, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-3119, option 2. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1265.

19V356000Electrical SystemMay 10, 2019 · 1,346 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2020 R. Pod travel trailers. The wire for the refrigerator's spark igniter may have been connected to a breaker that permits a current higher than the wire can handle.

Consequence

Without the proper circuit breaker protection, the wire can melt, increasing the risk of fire.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will move the wire from the 30 AMP circuit to the designated 15 AMP circuit, free of charge. The recall began May 28, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-3119. Forest River's number for this recall is 80-1011.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The contact owns a 2019 Forest River R-Pod Towable. The contact stated that while the trailer was being inspected, the contact was informed that there were fractures in the frame of the underbody of the trailer. The fractures were primarily towards the rear end of the trailer. The manufacturer was…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · April 13, 2026

“r-pod travel trailer tire, ST225/75R15, blew out. Fortunately, we were not on the road. Returned home to see the tire had exploded during our absence. Only read on an online forum about the problems others have had with this brand of tire installed by the manufacturer. The load rating of this tire…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · September 17, 2022

“THE CAMPER WAS NOT IN USE SITTING STORED WITH AC RUNNING BRAND NEW. CAUGHT FIRE. HAS NOT BEEN USED AS IT WAS PURCHASED RIGHT BEFORE COVID 19. AC WAS ON TO KEEP OUT MOLD. NOTHING ELSE WAS ON OR BEING USED UNIT WAS PLUGGED IN FOR 7 DAYS BEFORE IT CAUGHT ON FIRE. PLUGGED INTO THE HOUSE ELECTRIC USING…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · August 28, 2020 · fire

2019 Forest River R-Pod — common questions

Is the 2019 Forest River R-Pod reliable?

The record is thin — 13 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2019 R-Pod problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are body & structure (6 complaints), tires & wheels (4 complaints), electrical system (2 complaints).

Does the 2019 Forest River R-Pod have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 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.