Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2022 Forest River Shockwave
NHTSA data on file today
The 2022 Forest River Shockwave has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #24V272000 LED Backlight Circuit Board Failure May Cause Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V556000 Awning Fabric May Detach Causing Awning to Drop NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V243000 Cracked LP Gas Quick Disconnect Fitting NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Suspension 1 complaint
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $2,500–$4,500AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
This model year for the Forest River SHOCKWAVE has a limited set of data with only one owner complaint and three recall campaigns. The recalls focus on electrical and LPG systems equipment, indicating potential issues in those areas. The lack of complaints suggests these issues may not be widespread, but potential buyers should remain cautious of these aspects.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | Unknown | $200–$600 | occasional |
| LPG system | Unknown | $150–$500 | 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.
- Brake inspection and service
- Roof sealant check
- Tire rotation and balancing
- Battery maintenance
- Water system winterizing
- Suspension greasing
- Filter replacements
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual electrical outages
- Gas odor near LPG system
- Sagging suspension
- Brake system warning lights
- Lighting malfunctions
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2022 Forest River Shockwave at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.