Tl* the contact owns a 2009 forest river sandpiper rv. The contact stated that there was water entering the vehicle coming from the roof. As a result, the wires and outlets were wet and water traveled through the brake lights. The contact was concerned that her children would attempt to use an outlet and become shocked. The contact also stated that the failure caused mold and corrosion to the rv. The failure mileage was not available.
The worst 2009 Forest River Sandpiper problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Body2
- Electrical2
- Lights1
- Seats1
- Tires1
Problems by type
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- Electrical2
- Lights1
- Seats1
- Tires1
Recalls 1
Equipment
- What is wrong
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2003-2018 Forest River Berkshire, Charleston, Rockport, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Riverstone, Salem, Sandpiper, Sierra, Vengeance, Wildcat, Wildwood, XLR Boost, Cargo Mate, Continental Cargo, motorhomes, recreational trailers, toyhaulers, cargo trailers and restroom trailers and 2009-2018 Coachmen Mirada, Pursuit, Concord, Leprechaun, Freelander, Orion and Prism motorhomes, 2009-2017 Coachmen Apex and Catalina recreational trailers, and 2013-2017 Shasta Oasis and Revere recreational trailers, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit:
- Risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Forest River will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on December 27, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1‑800‑348‑7440, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1‑855‑262‑3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0544.
Recall number 17V756000 · Recall details
What 2009 Forest River Sandpiper owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 forest river sandpiper trailer with heritage trail trac a/p tires, size lt235/85r16e. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, he heard a loud abnormal noise. After moving off the roadway, he discovered that the front driver side tires exploded. The spare tire was installed on the vehicle. The dealer was later contacted and they advised that they would reimburse him for a new tire. Approximately one month later while driving approximately 50 MPH, the tread separated from the rear passenger side tire. The spare tire was installed. The dealer was contacted however, they offered no assistance. The vehicle and tire failure mileage was approximately 3,000. Updated 12/21/12*lj updated 1/7/2013
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Questions about the 2009 Forest River Sandpiper
Is the 2009 Forest River Sandpiper reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2009 Forest River Sandpiper, close to a typical Sandpiper model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Forest River Sandpiper?
Body and structure, with 2 complaints. Next is electrical (2).
How many recalls does the 2009 Forest River Sandpiper have?
1 recall, covering equipment.
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