2019 Forest River Sunseeker problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Suspension (1) · Structure (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Power Train:axle Assembly 2018-06-01 · campaign 18V357000 · 471 vehicles
Defect: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Forest River Forester and Sunseeker and Coachmen Leprechaun and Freelander motorhomes. The U-Bolts that secure the rear differential may not have been properly tightened, causing them to loosen over time and allowing the rear axles to shift.
Risk: Loose rear axle assemblies can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the U-Bolts and properly tighten or replace the U-Bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service for Sunseeker and Forester vehicles at 1-574-206-7600, or Coachmen customer service for Freelander and Leprechaun vehicles at 1-574-825-8602. Forest River's number for this recall is 105-0749.
Service bulletins (8)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Service Brakes 2025-03-10 · 511869 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
according to gm recall 24v702: "the brake lines in these cutaway vehicles may not meet the recommended clearance to the gm-provided body mounts. if brake lines contact the body mounts, the brake line may experience wear or damage that could lead to a brake fluid leak. a brake fluid leak can result i
Unknown Or Other 2024-12-02 · 511869 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
according to general motors recall 24v702: "the brake lines in these cutaway vehicles may not meet the recommended clearance to the gm-provided body mounts. if brake lines contact the body mounts, the brake line may experience wear or damage that could lead to a brake fluid leak. a brake fluid leak
Visibility:defroster/Defogger/Hvac System 2023-06-02 · 511640 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
according to general motors recall 23v247: "these vehicles are equipped with an unused circuit that a final-stage manufacturer may elect to use to install an optional rear hvac system. if the final-stage manufacturer leaves the circuit's connectors or cut wires unsealed, exposure to moisture or cont
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 2023-01-04 · 511570 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
according to the interim recall notice received by mercedes-benz concerning 22v796: "mercedes-benz ag has determined that on certain sprinter vehicles, a component of the park lock system might wear extraordinarily due to specific driver parking practices and impair safe parking of the vehicle. if t
Structure 2021-12-17 · 341238 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this document is used to determine if a rear cross-member should be installed between the rear leveling jacks on any 2019 - 2021 forester or sunseeker class c motorhome.
Wheels 2021-03-24 · 511312 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
as per mercedes interim recall notice 21v042, one or more of the rear-wheel speed sensors may experience an electrical failure, which potentially could lead to a disablement of the electronic stability control control unit functions. if esp control unit functions are disabled, vehicle driving stabil
Showing the 6 most recent of 8 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2025-09-25 · Suspension“improper welding on chassis frame extensions. 6 individual points for welds and insufficient and pose an extreme safety risk. national general insurance sent out an inspector and i have a report denying my claim under insurance and calling this a manufacturer default (chevy chassis, forest river sunseeker c class motorhome) reported to chevrolet…”
2024-07-19 · Unknown Or Other“the mounting bracket for the leveling system hydraulic pump dislodged from the frame - the weld broke. the hydralic reservoir tank falls to the pavement and can cause a serious accident and/or fire. i see jayco issued a recall for the exact same issue (bulletin #(s): 20v-780 us units 2021-009 cn units). forest river has not. there are other disc…”
2022-04-12 · Structure · 16,115 mi“the contact owns a 2019 forest river sunseeker rv. the contact stated that while the vehicle was in for routine service it was discovered that the rooftop solar panel was no longer attached to the vehicle. the contact was informed by the mechanic that the panel was missing and possibly detached while the vehicle was being driven on the highway. the…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.