Found that two separate brake lines became disconnected from the brake units allowing all of the brake fluid to spray out and put zero pressure on the brake pads. There is a Facebook page for Riverstone owners. I found that there are a handful of other reports of similar brake failure on other Riverstone 5th wheel trailers, and some users report repeated failures. The problem seems to be a systemic one in that the brake lines are barely secured on their path from the pumping unit to the individual brakes and there is no provision to deal with the normal vibration that they experience. These are large trailer units that pose a significant risk to others when their brakes fail.
The worst 2025 Forest River Riverstone problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
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Recalls 2
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
- What is wrong
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Forest River Work and Play, 2024-2026 East to West Takoda, Coachmen Chaparral, 2025-2026 Shasta Phoenix, 2023-2025 Forest River Riverstone, 2022-2026 Coachmen Adrenaline, and 2025 Forest River Cedar Creek fifth wheel travel trailers. The ramp door may break away from the door frame while loading or unloading vehicles.
- Risk
- A ramp door that breaks during use increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install additional support brackets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 18, 2026. Owners may contact Coachmen Adrenaline & Work and Play customer service at 1‑574‑825‑6302, Riverstone customer service at 1‑260‑593‑4028, East to West Takoda customer service at 1‑574‑264‑6664, Cedar Creek customer service at 1‑260‑593‑4000, Coachmen Chapparal and Shasta Pheonix customer service at 1‑574‑825‑7101. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-2017.
Recall number 26V020000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 25V550000 · Recall details
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Is the 2025 Forest River Riverstone reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2025 Forest River Riverstone, close to a typical Riverstone model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2025 Forest River Riverstone?
Brakes, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2025 Forest River Riverstone have?
2 recalls, covering equipment and service brakes, hydraulic.
Was there a recall on the 2025 Forest River Riverstone brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 25V550000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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