2000 Forest River Motorhome recalls and problems
The 2000 Forest River Motorhome has 2 safety recalls and 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Forest River dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 Forest River Motorhome vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 Forest River Motorhome recalls
Recall 01V-097: Seat Belts
Problem: Vehicle description: motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies produced by AM-safe. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.
Risk: Serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.
Fix: Am-safe notified forest river customers to return their vehicle to an authorized dealer to have the seat belts repaired free of charge. Am-safe is conducting the owner notification for this campaign. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact AM-safe commercial products at 219-266-8330.
Recall 97V-012: Equipment
Problem: The spare tire carrier hoist components can become loose while traveling and allow the spare tire to move from its stored position to the road surface.
Risk: The spare tire can contact the road surface increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or property damage to the following vehicles.
Fix: Dealers will add a primary spare tire support bracket.
2000 Forest River Motorhome problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 5 | |
| Electrical System | 3 | |
| Structure | 3 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | |
| Tires | 2 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Bracket | 1 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | |
| Visibility | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 | |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator — 2
- Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer › Lpg Systems › Water Heater — 2
- Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 2
- Suspension › Front › Springs › Leaf Spring Assembly › Hanger — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System › Radiator Assembly — 1
- Visibility › Windshield — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 18,901 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 2000 Forest River Motorhome complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Forest River Motorhome have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Forest River Motorhome: 01V-097 (seat belts), 97V-012 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Forest River Motorhome?
Owners report equipment problems most often (5 reports), followed by electrical system (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 18,901 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.