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2014 Forest River Sandstorm problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2014 Forest River Sandstorm — 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.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2014 compare to other Sandstorm years?

Sandstorm NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted4 complaints2008: 1 complaints2012: 1 complaints2013: 4 complaints2014: 1 complaints2016: 1 complaints2017: 1 complaints2018: 1 complaints2019: 1 complaints2020: 1 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 1 complaints2023: 0 complaints2024: 0 complaints
Sandstorm 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 Sandstorm problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Body & Structure1100%

Does the 2014 Forest River Sandstorm have recalls?

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

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.

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FOREST RIVER SANDSTORM TRAILER. WHILE THE TRAILER WAS UNDERGOING ROUTINE MAINTENACE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE FRAME HAD STRESS CRACKS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME HAD SEVERAL CRACKS AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · September 15, 2016

2014 Forest River Sandstorm — common questions

Is the 2014 Forest River Sandstorm reliable?

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

Does the 2014 Forest River Sandstorm have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2014 Forest River Sandstorm. 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.