2022 Forest River FR3 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 17, 2024 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other FR3 years
Not enough data 3rd of 12 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Forest River FR3. That ranks 3rd out of 12 FR3 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (2 complaints, 100%). There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2022 Forest River FR3 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Unknown or Other2
Equipment1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Unknown or Other2100%———
Equipment150%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2023, with 1 complaints
2023: 1202312024: 120241

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2022 Forest River FR3 recalls (3)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Equipment:appliance:air conditionerNov 8, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V771000 · 2,783 vehicles

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024 Ahara, Entrada, 2022-2025 FR3, Georgetown, 2021-2023 Dynamax Isata, 2021-2025 Encore, Mirada, Pursuit, 2025 Sportscoach, V-Cruise, V-Sport, V-Tour, 2023 Sunseeker, and 2024-2025 V-RV motorhomes, equipped with General Electric air conditioners with a soft start device with part number ICM870-16A-BH5400. The air conditioner soft start device may fail and overheat.

Risk: An air conditioner soft start device that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the soft start, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2025. Owners may contact Encore, Mirada, Pursuit and Sportscoach customer service at 1-574-825-8212, Isata customer service at 574-262-3474, Georgetown, FR3, and Sunseeker customer service at 574-206-7600, Ahara and Entrada customer service at 574-264-6664, and V-Cruise, V-RV, V-Sport, and V-Tour customer service at 574-617-6408. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1839.

Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:tank assemblyFeb 12, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V103000 · 6,966 vehicles

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Georgetown and FR3 Class A motorhomes. The liquid petroleum gas (LPG) tank mounting brackets may break, which can result in the LPG tank becoming dislodged and damaged.

Risk: A damaged LPG tank increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the brackets and welds as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 11, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 68-1736.

Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailerJul 29, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V556000 · 49,295 vehicles

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Coachmen Catalina, Cross Trail, Pursuit, Sportscoach, East to West Della Terra, Silver Lake, Forest River Forester, FR3, Sunseeker, Wildwood, 2022 Coachmen Adrenaline, Apex, Brookstone, Chaparral, Chapparral Lite, Clipper, Freedom Express, Independence Trail, Mirada, Spirit, Viking, Work and Play, East to West Ahara, Tandara, Forest River Aurora, Cardinal, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Flagstaff, Georgetown, Ibex, Impression, Ozark, Puma, R-Pod, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandpiper, Sandstorm, Shockwave, Sierra, Solera, Stealth, Stealth Evo, Surveyor, Vengeance, Vibe, Wildcat, XLR Toyhauler, Prime Time Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Sanibel, Tracer, Shasta Oasis, and Phoenix fifth wheel and travel trailers. The electric retractable awning has a welded seam on the fabric that may separate, potentially allowing the awning to drop beyond normal operation.

Risk: An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fabric roll or complete awning, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022. Owners may contact the customer service numbers listed in the recall report for their designated model. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1532. This recall supersedes and expands NHTSA recall number 22V-486.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

UNKNOWN Reading Facebook message boards for FR3 and Georgetown motorhomes became aware of possible propane mount cracking and possibility of propane tank falling out while driving. Upon looking at propane tank mounts, rear mount is cracked. Failure could result in propane tank falling out while…

Unknown or Other · received Feb 6, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11570219

Power Front Sun/Privacy Shade completely unrolled while driving on a 4-lane interstate going approximately 65 mph, completely blinding the driver from seeing the road, with truck traffic constantantly passing me. Unable to see where I was going at 65 mpg. Took the motorhome to the dealer…

Unknown or Other · received May 18, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11522755

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Forest River FR3?

Owners most often report unknown or other, equipment problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2022 Forest River FR3?

Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2022 Forest River FR3 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other FR3 model years, the 2022 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.