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2018 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE Safety Overview

The 2018 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 11 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Tires:valve
  • Exterior lighting:brake lights
  • Equipment:electrical

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as extensive damage to the valve stem extension may result in a loss of tire pressure of the inner wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2018 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE 20V562000

Forest River, Inc.

Extensive damage to the valve stem extension may result in a loss of tire pressure of the inner wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 20V562000: Extensive damage to the valve stem extension may result in a loss of tire... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/17/2020
2018 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE 20V488000

Forest River, Inc.

Non-functioning exterior marker lights can increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 20V488000: Non-functioning exterior marker lights can increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/18/2020
2018 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE 19V454000

Forest River, Inc.

When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring which can increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 19V454000: When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/17/2019
2018 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE 19V202000

Forest River, Inc.

If the monitor displays the image in reverse, the driver may unintentionally turn the opposite direction, increasing the risk of crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V202000: If the monitor displays the image in reverse, the driver may... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/14/2019
2018 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE 19V048000

Forest River, Inc.

Prolonged corrosion of the connector may cause a resistive short, overheating or melting the wiring and increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 19V048000: Prolonged corrosion of the connector may cause a resistive short... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/22/2019
2018 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE 18V768000

Forest River, Inc.

If the windshield roller shade unrolls while driving, it could block the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 18V768000: If the windshield roller shade unrolls while driving, it could block the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/31/2018
2018 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE 18V770000

Forest River, Inc.

Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 18V770000: Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/31/2018
2018 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE 18V737000

Forest River, Inc.

Nonfunctioning lights can increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 18V737000: Nonfunctioning lights can increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/19/2018
2018 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE 17V799000

Forest River, Inc.

If the breakers do not contact the sub-panel properly, the electrical resistance can cause excessive heat, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 17V799000: If the breakers do not contact the sub-panel properly, the electrical... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/13/2017
2018 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE 17V756000

Forest River, Inc.

In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 17V756000: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/22/2017
2018 FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE 17V059000

Forest River, Inc.

Arcing in the presence of power steering fluid leak under high pressure could increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 17V059000: Arcing in the presence of power steering fluid leak under high pressure... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/26/2017

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.