2017 Forest River Stealth problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/Trailer:lpg Systems:lines And Fittings 2017-02-24 · campaign 17V117000 · 98 vehicles
Defect: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Stealth recreational vehicles, model CSFTFQ2817G-67 and Sandstorm recreational vehicles, model CSCT282GSLR-67. The liquid propane (LP) line under the vehicle may be damaged from contact with the axle, causing it to leak.
Risk: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire or explosion.
Fix: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-909-873-3777. Forest River's number for this recall is 67-02082017-0321.
What owners report
2017-10-03 · Service Brakes · 4,000 mi“3 brakes had damaged grease seals. grease leaked and compromised the brake shoe friction. remaining brake used up all friction material in less than 4,000 miles of driving, resulting in no braking capabilities. the result was a near collision. i was traveling 45 mph on us101 near santa barbara in a construction zone. another car attempted to mer…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.