2015 Forest River R-POD Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 28, 2024 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other R-POD years
Not enough data 6th of 17 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Forest River R-POD. That ranks 6th out of 17 R-POD model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 15,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 2015 Forest River R-POD problems

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

Suspension2 · ~15,000 mi
Structure1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Suspension267%15,000——
Structure133%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2019, with 1 complaints
2019: 1201912023: 1202312024: 120241

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2015 Forest River R-POD recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2015 Forest River R-POD.

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Recent owner reports

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

Factory installed axle is under rated for the application. Axle sags causing the wheels to camber inward towards the trailer potentially causing a blowout and loss of control.

Suspension · received Aug 28, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11611349

The frame of this RV has a defective design. The outer portions of the trailer are not supported by the frame allowing them to sag until the fender hits the tire potentially causing a tire blowout.

Structure · received Mar 28, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11514150

The axle fell off the vehicle when backing up in my driveway going 1 mph. On examination, the 'l-shaped' metal bracket welded to the frame above had broken below the weld and above 2 bolts fastening the bracket to the riser of the trailer. The welder who repaired the broken piece of metal told me…

Suspension · received Jun 6, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11218232

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Forest River R-POD?

Owners most often report suspension, structure problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2015 Forest River R-POD?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2015 Forest River R-POD a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R-POD model years, the 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.