NHTSA vehicle safety data
2026 Forest River Spirit
The 2026 Forest River Spirit has 2 NHTSA recalls and 1 owner complaint on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Forest River dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2026 Forest River Spirit. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
NHTSA #25V610000Reported September 12, 2025 · Forest River, Inc.
Defect description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Spirit and Shasta Oasis recreational trailers. The 30 AMP or 50 AMP inlet wire sheathing may be inconsistently stripped, causing electrical arcing.
Safety consequence
Electrical arcing increases the risk of a fire.
Free manufacturer remedy
Dealers will correct the 30 AMP and 50 AMP inlet wiring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-0856. Forest River's number for this recall is 53-1974.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
NHTSA #25V423000Reported June 20, 2025 · Forest River, Inc.
Defect description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2026 Spirit travel trailers. The installed safety chains may not meet the actual Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) listed on the Federal Placard. This can cause the chains to fail, allowing the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle.
Safety consequence
Separation of the trailer and tow vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the safety chains, free of charge. All vehicles are still in dealer inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8519. Forest River's number for this recall is 220-1941.