2026 Forest River Spirit recalls and problems

The 2026 Forest River Spirit has 2 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is structure.

How the 2026 compares

Too few model years with complaints to compare.

2recalls

1complaints

0crashes

0fires

0injuries

—median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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2 recalls

Electrical System

Sep 12, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V610000 · 502 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: Electrical arcing increases the risk of a fire.

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

Jun 20, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V423000 · 12 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: Separation of the trailer and tow vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

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.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Structure1

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

2026 vs. other Forest River Spirit years

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Questions

Does the 2026 Forest River Spirit have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns covering the 2026 Forest River Spirit, the latest from Sep 12, 2025 (electrical system). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Forest River Spirit?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention structure (1). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.