2015 Shasta Airflyte problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 47 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.6 times the median Airflyte year — the 2015 model ranks #1 of 2 Airflyte years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

Other leads the complaint categories with 15 reports (32% of the total).

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NCAP overall

How does 2015 compare to other Airflyte years?

Airflyte NHTSA complaints by model year, 2015 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2015 Shasta Airflyte problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Other	15	32%	new
Body & Structure	14	30%	new
Suspension	8	17%	new
Tires & Wheels	6	13%	new
Electrical System	2	4%	new
Lighting	1	2%	new
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)	1	2%	new

Does the 2015 Shasta Airflyte have recalls?

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

16V218000OtherApril 14, 2016 · 1,736 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Shasta Airflyte 16 foot and 19 foot recreational vehicles manufactured from April 28, 2015, through May 14, 2015. The dinette table on the affected vehicles may not have adequate support when lowered on its supporting leg.

Consequence

Without adequate support, the dinette table may fall between the dinette benches without warning, possibly resulting in injury.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install two new support legs, free of charge. The recall began on June 9, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-821-1314. Forest River's recall number for this campaign is 53-04112016-0170.

15V369000OtherJune 12, 2015 · 249 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2015 Shasta Airflyte SAT16 and SAT19 recreational travel trailers manufactured September 15, 2014, to October 22, 2014. The affected trailers have a Federal Certification Label that incorrectly lists the tire size, gross axle weight rating (GAWR), gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) and cargo carrying capacity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Consequence

If the operator overloads the trailer due to the incorrect information on the Certification label, the tires may fail suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected label, free of charge. The recall began on July 9, 2015. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8717. Forest River's number for this recall is 54-06052015-0047.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“THE ROOF THAT WAS ADVERTISED AS A ONE PIECE BUT TURNED OUT TO BE A THREE PIECE HAS LEAKED IN TWO PLACES. THE DEALER THAT IS DOING WARRANT WORK SEALED UP THE SEAMS BUT NOT BEFORE THE WATER GOT IN THE WALL AND NOW CAUSED A MOLD SMELL IN THE TRAILER. I CANNOT CAMP IN THIS TRAILER WITH MOLD AS IT MAKES…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · February 10, 2016

“TRAILER HAS 225-75/15 COKER CLASSIC TIRES WHICH ARE UNDERATED FOR THE 19' MODEL/WT. ALSO, TIRES ARE NOT TRAILER RATED. SEEMS THE SHASTA (FOREST RIVER CO.) USED PASSENGER TIRES THAT ARE OVER WIDTH CAUSING RUBBING ON TIRE SIDE WALLS AGAINST THE WHEEL WELL. STILL CURRENTLY WAITING TO HEAR BACK FROM…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · June 10, 2015

“THE TONGUE IS NOT PROPERLY WELDED TO THE FRAME CAUSING THE INSIDE BENCH AREA TO COME LOOSE FROM THE FRONT OF THE CAMPER.THERE ARE NOTCHES IN THE FRAME WHERE IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN WELDED TO THE FRAME. IF THIS COMES APART ON THE ROAD IT WILL DETACH FROM THE TONGUE AND WILL CAUSE A SERIOUS ACCIDENT.…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · October 14, 2017

“TRAILER HAS 225-75/15 COKER CLASSIC TIRES WHICH ARE UNDERATED FOR THE 19' MODEL/WT. ALSO, TIRES ARE NOT TRAILER RATED. SEEMS THE SHASTA (FOREST RIVER CO.) USED PASSENGER TIRES THAT ARE OVER WIDTH CAUSING RUBBING ON TIRE SIDE WALLS AGAINST THE WHEEL WELL. STILL CURRENTLY WAITING TO HEAR BACK FROM…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · June 10, 2015

“SEAMS ON THE EXTERIOR HAVE LEAKED ALLOWING WATER TO GET IN FROM DAY ONE. ELECTRICAL IN WALLS IS A POTENTIAL DANGER. SHASTA CLAIMS NO RESPONSIBILITY AND WILL NOT REPAIR ANY WATER DAMAGE.”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · January 1, 2016

2015 Shasta Airflyte — common questions

Is the 2015 Shasta Airflyte reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 47 complaints put the 2015 model at #1 of 2 Airflyte years. It is one of the Airflyte years to avoid.

What are the most common 2015 Airflyte problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are other (15 complaints), body & structure (14 complaints), suspension (8 complaints).

Does the 2015 Shasta Airflyte have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2015 Shasta Airflyte. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Shasta Airflyte years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Airflyte years to avoid are 2015.

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 2015 compare to other Airflyte years?

What are the most common 2015 Shasta Airflyte problems?

Does the 2015 Shasta Airflyte have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2015 Shasta Airflyte — common questions

Is the 2015 Shasta Airflyte reliable?

What are the most common 2015 Airflyte problems?

Does the 2015 Shasta Airflyte have recalls?

Which Shasta Airflyte years should you avoid?

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