2021 Forest River Riverstone Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 26, 2025 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Riverstone years
Not enough data 5th of 24 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2021 Forest River Riverstone so far. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

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

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2021 Forest River Riverstone recalls (2)

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Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsAug 26, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V550000 · 2,379 vehicles

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2026 Riverstone fifth wheel trailers. The steel hydraulic brake lines may fail and leak brake fluid.

Risk: A brake fluid leak can cause a loss of brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake lines, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 260-593-2425. Forest River's number for this recall is 70-1957.

Electrical system:wiringJul 10, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V400000 · 62 vehicles

Problem: Forest River Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Riverstone trailers, models RSF37MRE, RSF381FB, RSF383MB, SF383MB-W, RSF39FK, RSF38FKTH, RSF39FKTH-W, RSF39FK-W, RSF39RBFL, RSF39KFB and RSF39RKFB-W, equipped with an optional generator prep package. Incorrect transfer switch wiring may allow a voltage back feed to the power cord when plugged into shore power.

Risk: A back feed to the power cord may increase the risk of property damage and/or personal injury.

Fix: Forest River will notify owners, dealers will correct the wiring to the generator, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-260-593-2425. Forest River's number for this recall is 70-1194.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Forest River Riverstone?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2021 Forest River Riverstone?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2021 Forest River Riverstone a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Riverstone model years, the 2021 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.