2021 Forest River Sierra
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Electrical system is the leading concern among 3 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the highest complaint count among 5 Sierra model years with reports.
Of the 2021 reports, 1 involved a fire.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
Structure, frame and membersMay 24, 2021
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Sierra and Sandpiper Fifth Wheel and Travel Trailers. The bolts that hold the floor to the chassis were improperly tightened.
Improperly tightened bolts could cause the trailer body to detach from the chassis, increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers will tighten the bolts to the chassis outriggers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-4574. Forest River's number for this recall is 03-1347.
Campaign 21V378000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints: electrical system
1 report, newest first. Show all
Electrical system, Service brakes, Aug 2, 2021
The contact owns a 2021 Forest River Sierra fifth wheel trailer. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph, the trailer brakes failed to engage while the brake pedal was depressed. The contact stated that the "trailer wiring fault" message was displayed. The vehicle was diagnosed and repaired. The manufacturer was informed of failure and was awaiting a response.