2005 Forest River Travel Trailer recalls and problems

The 2005 Forest River Travel Trailer has 1 safety recall and 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Forest River dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

2 / 0

Injuries / deaths

2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2005 Forest River Travel Trailer vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 Forest River Travel Trailer recalls

Recall 05V-121: Wheels

Reported Mar 30, 2005 · FOREST RIVER, INC.

Problem: On certain travel trailers that use aluminum wheels, the lug bolts and wheels can come off.

Risk: Loss of the lug nut could cause the wheel to come off the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Forest river has not yet provided a remedy for this recall. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule for this campaign. Owners may contact forest river at 1-574-389-4600.

2005 Forest River Travel Trailer problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Structure	6
Suspension	6
Tires	5
Unknown or Other	3
Equipment	2
Wheels	2
Trailer Hitches	1

Most reported parts

Suspension › Multiple Axle — 2
Structure › Frame and Members — 2
Structure › Body — 1
Structure › Frame and Members › Underbody Shields — 1
Suspension › Rear › Springs › Leaf Spring Assembly › Hanger/Bracket — 1
Trailer Hitches › Fifth Wheel Assembly — 1
Suspension › Multiple Axle › Torque Arm — 1
Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 3,000 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 2005 Forest River Travel Trailer complaints

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

Structure · at 1,600 miles · reported Mar 22, 2010

At about 3:00 PM on the 29th of july, 2009 my wife myself and two grandchildren departed our home in bel aire, ks destined for taylor park, co. We were driving our 2002 ford e-350 van with V-10, towing a work and play trailer made by forest river (Frame by lipert components). This trailer contained a honda rincon 4-wheeler loaded directly over the tandem axles and 5000 watt honda generator loaded just behind it. In the very rear was a high chair, garden hose and several lawn chairs. Near the front of the trailer in the closet there were shirts and coats. On the floor near the front there were…

Equipment · reported Feb 11, 2009

While performing a safety recall on the refrigerator in my rv, the technician discovered that the burner tube was cracked and leaking ammonia. The recall was to possibly prevent a fire "in the event this did happen ". The company, keyston rv/dometic refrigerators are aware of this situation. It is my contention, that since this is a related problem, it should be covered and replaced at no cost to the owner.as of this date, they refuse to pay for this repair action.

Structure · at 2,000 miles · reported Jul 29, 2008

Tongue on these trailers are made of a material too thin to support their weight. My tongue folded up while enroute from a camping trip. It was less than 3 inches from the ground by the time I got home. I had no knowledge this occurred. Any bump in the road could have grabbed the trailer and ripped us apart. The manufacture has told me they have had to increase the thickness of the metal subsequent to their own discovery of this issue - but no recall. Also, they sent me a new tongue of the same gauge metal as the one I have that failed to support the weight of the trailer. They refused to…

Unknown or Other · reported Jun 1, 2008

I purchased a travel trailer manufactured by forest river on 11/10/07. This trailer specifies that the unladen vehicle weight is 3640 pounds. My tow vehicle struggles to pull this trailer. I had it the vehicle weighed on a certified public scale. The actual unladen vehicle weight of this trailer is 5036 pounds. It is apparent to me that the vehicle is labeled in error. As a result of the discrepancy I have not used the vehicle because I don't feel safe towing it with my tow vehicle.

Wheels · at 10,000 miles · reported Apr 3, 2008

The contact owns a 2005 forest river all american sport fifth wheel (Na) with carlisle wheels. The wheels are cracking at the point where the center of the wheel is welded to the outer rim. Previously, another wheel experienced the same failure and was replaced by the dealer. The contact would like the dealer to replace all wheels. No other vehicle information was available. Updated 04/16/08 updated 04/16/08

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Forest River Travel Trailer have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 Forest River Travel Trailer: 05V-121 (wheels). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Forest River Travel Trailer?

Owners report structure problems most often (6 reports), followed by suspension (6). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 3,000 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.