2021 FOREST RIVER SIERRA
1 recalls — 4 complaints — 6 TSBs
21V378000 May 24, 2021
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Defect Description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Sierra and Sandpiper Fifth Wheel and Travel Trailers. The bolts that hold the floor to the chassis were improperly tightened.
Consequence
Improperly tightened bolts could cause the trailer body to detach from the chassis, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the bolts to the chassis outriggers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-4574. Forest River's number for this recall is 03-1347.
Complaint Statistics
4 total complaints
1 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| FIRERELATED | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
POWER TRAIN
Jul 31, 2023
Incident date: Jul 22, 2023
The transmission began slipping and failed at 106,000 miles in spite of obtaining all recommended services throughout the life of the vehicle. It failed completely while driving, which was a major safety issue. It now needs a new transmission. After searching online, I see that numerous owners have ... Read more
FIRERELATED
Sep 28, 2021
Incident date: Sep 28, 2021
The contact owns a 2021 Forest River Sierra Model 379FLOK travel trailer. The contact stated that while the travel trailer oven was in use, the heat vent on the back of the oven melted the backsplash. The travel trailer was not diagnosed nor repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware ... Read more
Fire
SERVICE BRAKES
Aug 2, 2021
Incident date: Jul 1, 2021
The contact owns a 2021 Forest River Sierra fifth wheel trailer. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph, the trailer brakes failed to engage while the brake pedal was depressed. The contact stated that the "trailer wiring fault" message was displayed. The vehicle was diagnosed and rep... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 2, 2021
Incident date: Jul 1, 2021
The contact owns a 2021 Forest River Sierra fifth wheel trailer. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph, the trailer brakes failed to engage while the brake pedal was depressed. The contact stated that the "trailer wiring fault" message was displayed. The vehicle was diagnosed and rep... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins — 2021 FOREST RIVER SIERRA
6 manufacturer communications from 4 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 190000 TIRES | 1 |
| 201000 WHEELS:RIM | 1 |
| 355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | 1 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 1 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| 119310 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:INVERTER | 1 |
511589
Jan 3, 2023
119310 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:INVERTER
Progressive Dynamics model PD1610 Power Inverter with error code(s) "E-8" and/or "E-9". This is due to an error in shipping the incorrect remote control for the power inverter. This document has been posted on Forest River's DealerConnect t
511377
Aug 2, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
As per Lippert Components Technical Service Bulletin 11-004-21. The slide room actuator was assembled incorrectly, which may cause the room to become stuck in the out position and prevent from fully retracting.
831334
May 19, 2021
200000 WHEELS
It was discovered that the manufacturing plant did not cut a stress relief line in the upper deck Driver Side and in on certain models, Passenger Side under the slide room(s). The upper deck in the Impression Fifth-Wheel needs to flex, with
031226
Sep 10, 2020
190000 TIRES
The Federal Placard indicates an incorrect tire size of ST235/85R16/F whereas the correct tire size and tire/rim combination installed on the vehicle is ST255/85R16/E.
031226
Sep 10, 2020
201000 WHEELS:RIM
The Federal Placard indicates an incorrect tire size of ST235/85R16/F whereas the correct tire size and tire/rim combination installed on the vehicle is ST255/85R16/E.
031226
Sep 10, 2020
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
The Federal Placard indicates an incorrect tire size of ST235/85R16/F whereas the correct tire size and tire/rim combination installed on the vehicle is ST255/85R16/E.
FOREST RIVER SIERRA — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FOREST RIVER SIERRA across all model years (1997–2025).
44
Total Recalls
36
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
2
Reported Crashes
2
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
FOREST RIVER SIERRA — Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2021 (current) | 1 | 4 | |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 2018 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 1 | 5 | View |
| 2016 | 2 | 3 | View |
| 2015 | 3 | 1 | View |
| 2014 | 3 | 1 | View |
| 2013 | 2 | 2 | View |
| 2012 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2011 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 2009 | 1 | 4 | View |
| 2008 | 1 | 2 | View |
| 2007 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2006 | 2 | 5 | View |
| 2005 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 2004 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2003 | 3 | 4 | View |
| 2002 | 1 | 2 | View |
| 2001 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2000 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1999 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1998 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 | View |