The contact owns a 2018 Forest River Vengeance equipped with LionsheadHotline QCF Tires, Tire Line: Castle Rock, Tire Size: 225/75/R15, DOT Number: (Not Provided). The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the passenger’s side rear tire experienced a blowout. The blowout caused severe damages to the underside of the camper, the wheel well, and the outside fender. The contact replaced the tire with the spare tire. The contact then drove the trailer to a family member's home for repair. The tire was not replaced. The failure mileage was not available.
The worst 2018 Forest River Vengeance problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Tires2
- Body1
- Electrical1
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- Tires2
- Body1
- Electrical1
Recalls 4
Exterior lighting
- What is wrong
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Forest River Vengeance Rouge recreational trailers, models VGT25V-73 and VGT25V-73-W. These vehicles may be missing side marker lights in the middle of each side, reducing the visibility of the trailers to other drivers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- The reduced visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will install the missing amber side marker lights, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1‑260‑499‑2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 73-0727.
Recall number 18V333000 · Recall details
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
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- What is wrong
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 XLR Toyhauler, Vengeance and Wolf Pack recreational trailers equipped with an optional generator. The generator's exhaust pipe is mounted too close to the trailer's plastic underbelly.
- Risk
- The generator's exhaust may melt the trailer's underbelly, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the routing of the exhaust pipe, lowering it away from the plastic underbelly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1‑260‑499‑2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 73-0535.
Recall number 17V708000 · Recall details
Tires
- What is wrong
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Salem, Wildwood, XLR, Sanibel, Wildcat, Vengeance, Chaparral Lite and Columbus recreational trailers. The Federal Placard may inaccurately list the tire and rim combinations that are installed on the trailers. Additionally, the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) information may be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims," and 49 CFR part 567, "Certification."
- Risk
- The incorrect information may cause the operator to install an incorrect replacement rim or tire, overinflate the tire, or overload the vehicle, all scenarios that may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Forest River will notify owners and will provide a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1‑800‑348‑7440. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-04242017-0393.
Recall number 17V282000 · Recall details
What 2018 Forest River Vengeance owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I experienced a tire blowout with two different tires within a four day span. The tires appeared to be in good shape and I regularly inspected them. They had proper air pressure prior to my trip. I keep them covered whenever the camper is not in use. The tire brand is castle rock and I have seen several examples of similar events happening to other people.*dt consumer stated he only had 3300 miles on the first tire and 4000 miles on the second. Manufacturer stated tires only had one year warranty.
2018 forest river fifth wheel toy hauler. Consumer writes with regard to malfunctions with vehicle and request reimbursement. *as the consumer stated the refrigerator fell out of the wall and onto the couch while driving. The toilet set up caused it to become clogged each time it was flushed. The propane circuit boards needed to be replaced twice. The consumer requested to be reimbursed for the circuit boards.
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Questions about the 2018 Forest River Vengeance
Is the 2018 Forest River Vengeance reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2018 Forest River Vengeance, 1.5 times a typical Vengeance model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Forest River Vengeance?
Tires, with 2 complaints. Next is body (1).
How many recalls does the 2018 Forest River Vengeance have?
4 recalls, covering exterior lighting, equipment and electrical system.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Forest River Vengeance tires?
Yes, 1 recall: 17V282000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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