2026 Forest River Campsite Reserve recalls and problems

The 2026 Forest River Campsite Reserve has 2 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Forest River dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2026 Forest River Campsite Reserve vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2026 Forest River Campsite Reserve recalls

Recall 26V-684: Equipment

Reported Oct 19, 2026 · 745 vehicles affected · Forest River, Inc.

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Campsite Reserve travel trailers. The backer material to secure the refrigerator in place may fail.

Risk: An unsecured refrigerator may move or tip over during transit, increases the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will install more backer material, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 11, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 62-2106.

Recall 26V-039: Electrical System

Reported Jan 23, 2026 · 247 vehicles affected · Forest River, Inc.

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2026 Cascade, Cherokee, and Campsite Reserve recreational trailers. The 7-way connector may have been incorrectly wired to a breaker without over-current protection.

Risk: Without over-current protection, a short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will correct the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 4, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 95-2019.

2026 Forest River Campsite Reserve problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	1
Structure	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 200 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2026 Forest River Campsite Reserve complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · reported Jul 31, 2026

The contact owns a 2026 Forest River Campsite Reserve. The contact stated that while the camper was hitched to a vehicle and being hauled, the refrigerator detached from the wall and fell forward. The contact stated that the cabinet trim, the floor in front of the refrigerator, and the cabinet were damaged. The camper was taken to the dealer where it was determined that there was not enough bolts used to secure the refrigerator. The contact was informed that the bolts were replaced according to the manufacturer's design. The RV was repaired. The contact was informed that more bolts were needed…

Electrical System · at 200 miles · reported Jul 29, 2026

The contact owns a 2026 Forest River Campsite Reserve RV. The contact stated that after parking the trailer, the electrical system failed, causing the interior lights to flash while the water pump was turned on and the fan was inoperable. Additionally, the bedroom reading light had a cracked solder joint. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that the battery cables were exposed and unprotected around the metal frame of the trailer. The trailer was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2026 Forest River Campsite Reserve have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2026 Forest River Campsite Reserve: 26V-684 (equipment), 26V-039 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2026 Forest River Campsite Reserve?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (1 reports), followed by structure (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 200 miles.

Are Forest River recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Forest River dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.