2020 Forest River Vengeance problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2020 Forest River Vengeance — 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.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2020 compare to other Vengeance years?

Vengeance NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2020 Forest River Vengeance problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Suspension	1	100%	— flat

Does the 2020 Forest River Vengeance have recalls?

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

20V382000OtherJuly 1, 2020 · 370 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Vengeance trailers, models VGF351A13-81, VGF371A13-81, VGF383V16-81 and VGF4007V-81. The fifth-wheel landing legs may not be seated properly with enough space between the brackets which are welded to the chassis, allowing the fifth wheel to slip down the landing leg and can puncture the floor of the vehicle.

Consequence

The punctured floor can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will correct the spacing of the landing leg installation to the chassis from 17 1/2" to 17 3/4". These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 81-1180.

20V041000OtherJanuary 24, 2020 · 20 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020 Vengeance VGF311A13-WS-73 trailers. The Federal Placard has the incorrect axle rating, tire/wheel size, and tire PSI. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and rims-other than passenger cars" and Part 567, "Certification."

Consequence

The incorrect Federal Placard may result in the operator unknowingly overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a loss of control, and the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will provide replacement placards that contain the accurate information, free of charge. The recall began January 30, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 73-1131.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The driver side rear leaf spring mounting bracket broke leaving the spring against the frame and allowing the 2 tires on that side to rub together. If it hadnât been noticed almost immediately failure of the 2 tires would have resulted potentially causing loss of control of the vehicle and RV.…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · November 19, 2023

2020 Forest River Vengeance — common questions

Is the 2020 Forest River Vengeance reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2020 Forest River Vengeance have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2020 Forest River Vengeance. 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 2020 compare to other Vengeance years?

What are the most common 2020 Forest River Vengeance problems?

Does the 2020 Forest River Vengeance have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2020 Forest River Vengeance — common questions

Is the 2020 Forest River Vengeance reliable?

Does the 2020 Forest River Vengeance have recalls?

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