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2021 Forest River Riverstone recalls & problems

The 2021 Forest River Riverstone has 2 safety recalls and 0 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.

Recalls2safety recalls
Complaints0filed by owners
Crashes · fires0 · 0reported in complaints
Injuries · deaths0 · 0reported in complaints

Safety recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

NHTSA recall 25V550000 · Aug 26, 2025 · 2,379 vehicles · opened after NHTSA action (ODI)

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 › Wiring

NHTSA recall 20V400000 · Jul 10, 2020 · 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.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.