2021 FOREST RIVER VIBE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
2
Recalls
16
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2021 FOREST RIVER VIBE
The 2021 FOREST RIVER VIBE has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:LINES AND FITTINGS, EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER. 16 technical service bulletins have been issued by Forest River, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Tires (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2021 FOREST RIVER VIBE
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2021 FOREST RIVER VIBE, potentially affecting up to 99,212 vehicles.
Recall 22V243000 — EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:LINES AND FITTINGS
| 99,190 vehicles affected
Defect: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Coachmen Adrenaline, Apex, Catalina, Freedom Express, Spirit, East to West Alta, Della Terra, Silver Lake, Forest River Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Columbus, Flagstaff, Impression, Ozark, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandstorm, Shockwave, Stealth, Stealth Evo, Vengeance, Vibe, Wildwood, XLR Toyhauler, Palomino Puma, Prime Time Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Sanibel, Shasta Oasis, 2022 Coachmen Cross Trail,...
Consequence: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the quick disconnect and perform a LP system check, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2022. Owners may contact the applicable customer service number for their vehicle model. Please see the recall report...
View full details →Recall 20V269000 — EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
| 22 vehicles affected
Defect: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Vibe trailers, models VBT16RB-OR and VBT17DB-OR. The roof vent for the refrigerator may be missing.
Consequence: Insufficient ventilation may cause the refrigerator to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire or result in a carbon monoxide buildup, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a vent on the roof for the refrigerator, free of charge. The recall began on June 1, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at (503) 831-5413. Forest River's number...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2021 FOREST RIVER VIBE
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 FOREST RIVER VIBE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Safety Rating for the 2021 FOREST RIVER VIBE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2021 FOREST RIVER VIBE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2021 FOREST RIVER VIBE
Forest River, Inc. has issued 16 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2021 FOREST RIVER VIBE. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
591484 — EQUIPMENT
General rear ladder backer locations for optional rear ladders.
591474 — STRUCTURE
Rear wall print showing backer locations to add rear ladder.
591463 — STRUCTURE
Rear wall print showing backer locations to add rear ladder.
591458 — EQUIPMENT
Rear wall print showing backer locations to add rear ladder.
591458 — STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Rear wall print showing backer locations to add rear ladder.
591437 — EQUIPMENT
Generic rear wall print for certain 2022 VIBE travel trailer recreational vehicles for rear ladder installations by a dealership.
591415 — STRUCTURE
General rear wall backer location for the rear ladder for certain 2021 Vibe Travel Trailer.
591409 — STRUCTURE
Generic slideroom box drawing.
591407 — STRUCTURE
General rear wall backer location for the rear ladder for certain 2021 Vibe Travel Trailer.
591398 — STRUCTURE
General rear wall backer location for the rear ladder for certain 2021 Vibe Travel Trailer.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2021 FOREST RIVER VIBE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the FOREST RIVER VIBE
- 2016 FOREST RIVER VIBE — 5 complaints
- 2017 FOREST RIVER VIBE — 2 complaints
- 2018 FOREST RIVER VIBE — 3 complaints
- 2019 FOREST RIVER VIBE — 7 complaints
- 2020 FOREST RIVER VIBE — 5 complaints
- 2021 FOREST RIVER VIBE (current)
- 2022 FOREST RIVER VIBE — 0 complaints
- 2024 FOREST RIVER VIBE — 0 complaints
- 2025 FOREST RIVER VIBE — 0 complaints
Other FOREST RIVER Models
- FOREST RIVER CHEROKEE — 191 total complaints
- FOREST RIVER GEORGETOWN — 183 total complaints
- FOREST RIVER ROCKWOOD — 158 total complaints
- FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD — 139 total complaints
- FOREST RIVER SALEM — 136 total complaints
- FOREST RIVER FLAGSTAFF — 100 total complaints
- FOREST RIVER SHASTA — 88 total complaints
- FOREST RIVER CARDINAL — 81 total complaints