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2024 Forest River Sandpiper problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 4 complaints on file for the 2024 Forest River Sandpiper — 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.

4

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2024 compare to other Sandpiper years?

Sandpiper NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted8 complaints1997: 0 complaints1998: 0 complaints1999: 0 complaints2000: 2 complaints2001: 4 complaints2002: 1 complaints2003: 0 complaints2004: 2 complaints2005: 6 complaints2006: 3 complaints2007: 0 complaints2008: 0 complaints2009: 8 complaints2010: 2 complaints2011: 2 complaints2012: 1 complaints2013: 0 complaints2014: 0 complaints2015: 2 complaints2016: 2 complaints2017: 3 complaints2018: 1 complaints2019: 2 complaints2020: 2 complaints2021: 7 complaints2022: 0 complaints2024: 4 complaints2025: 2 complaints
Sandpiper NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Forest River Sandpiper problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other375%
Body & Structure125%

Does the 2024 Forest River Sandpiper have recalls?

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

25V245000Body & StructureApril 14, 2025 · 4,179 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Coachmen Catalina, Forest River Aurora, Cascade, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Sandpiper, Sierra, 2025 Campsite Reserve, Impression, Pause, Puma, Sabre, Salem, Vengeance, and Wildwood fifth wheel and travel trailers, equipped with a removable step assembly. The clip-on bracket mounting bolts may come loose, allowing the steps to detach.

Consequence

Steps that detach while in use increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair or replace the clip-on bracket as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2025. Owners may contact customer service at Aurora & Catalina (1-574-825-4995), Campsite Reserve, Cascade, Cherokee, Sabre, Vengeance (1-260-499-2100), Cedar Creek (1-260-593-4000), Impression (1-574-327-2716), Pause (1-574-327-2681), Puma (1-574-642-0588), Sierra & Sandpiper (1-574-534-4574), and Salem & Wildwood (1-574-534-3167). Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1915.

23V559000BrakesAugust 7, 2023 · 40 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024 Sandpiper, and Sierra fifth wheels. The axle may be installed backwards, which can reduce braking ability.

Consequence

Reduced braking ability can increase the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will remove and reinstall the axle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 28, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-534-4574. Forest River's number for this recall is 3-1665.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The ladder bracket attached to the rear of the RV was not installed into anything structural it was only attached to the RV fiberglass using 4 small screws. When I attempted to climb onto the roof the bracket broke off the RV causing me to fall appx 8-10 to the ground. I was injured as a result of…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · October 28, 2024

“The contact owns a 2024 Forest River Sandpiper. The contact stated that while the RV was parked, the rear of the RV became detached and inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was contacted. The RV was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · March 16, 2026

2024 Forest River Sandpiper — common questions

Is the 2024 Forest River Sandpiper reliable?

The record is thin — 4 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2024 Forest River Sandpiper have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2024 Forest River Sandpiper. 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.