Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2021 Forest River Forester
NHTSA data on file today
The 2021 Forest River Forester has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #23V286000 Generator Set Fuel Hose May Cause Gas Leak NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V262000 Solar Panel Mounting Hardware May Loosen NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V477000 Front Seat Wiring Harnesses Routed Incorrectly NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V363000 Fender Liner May Damage Brake Line NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V358000 Incorrect Auto-P Information in Operator's Manual NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Seat Belts 1 complaint
- Tires 1 complaint
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $6,500–$9,500AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2021 Forest River Forester presents various safety concerns, particularly surrounding the fuel system and braking components. While the recalls indicate significant safety risks, owner complaints appear limited. Nonetheless, potential buyers should be cautious about unresolved issues.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| fuel system | 15,000–30,000 miles | $300–$600 | common |
| brake hoses | 10,000–20,000 miles | $400–$800 | occasional |
| solar panel mounts | 20,000–40,000 miles | $150–$300 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake system inspections
- Tire rotations and balancing
- Coolant system check
- Battery checks and maintenance
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Fuel odor around vehicle
- Unresponsive brakes
- Loose solar panels
- Unusual seat movement
- Leaks in brake lines
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2021 Forest River Forester at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.