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We bought a 2013 Forest River Cherokee pull behind trailer and took one trip in it and when we were on our way back home we stopped and noticed our tires were twisting. When we got to a near by gas station we saw that the tires were balding already and we had only traveled in it once.

When we called the dealership they said it was caused by undersized axles. When we looked at the weight sticker on the trailer it said dry weight was 6,920lbs and we had two axles that each held 3500lbs. Which equals to 7,000lbs. We only had 80lbs till it was maxed and that is dry weight which means without the water full and luggage!

The good thing was we called Forest River and the guy told us to buy new tires and they would compensate us for the tires so we didn't risk having a blow out. Which they did compensate us for the tires. But now they are refusing to fix the axles!? That's the whole issue!

It's still under warranty and they refuse to fix something that is obviously their problem! We took the trailer in to 3 different Forest River mechanic shops and all 3 lead mechanics agreed that the axles are too small. When we had the tires replaced the owner of the tire shop even said that the wear on the tires was caused by the undersized axles flexing. If you are having problems like this please contact us.

We are trying to file a class action law suit and we only need 3 people that are having similar problems. You can email me at rhondaandsteve@***.com

Location: Jackson, Tennessee

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Hobie Yqw

Are 2020 Forrest River 27rks is now in the shop after the 3 times of use. We broke a leaf spring and the other leaf spring was already broken.

They where fast to get it back to the dealer where we bought it and now it could be Months before fix. I saw a video of the leaf springs would have broken at 65 MPH I may not be writing this.

Please contact me I would be happen to hop on this class action law suit with you. Cagold45@***.com after reading reviews Iโ€™m not sure I feel safe in my camper anymore.

Craig D Xse

While researching this issue on the internet it sounds like to same store over and over, its always an under sized axles. We purchase a new 2014 Forest River Flagstaff Classic Super Lite that dry weight is 9564 lbs the original axles are Dexter Torflex #372**** which are rated 4,000 lbs capacity, which my trailer is 1,564 lbs overloaded before adding anything.

Have taken it back to the dealership multiple and they keep telling me they called Forest River and that there is nothing wrong with the axles. I've replaced multiple tires (including the original china booms that blow within 1,000 miles) over the years and the tires are always worn out at the outer edges, which indicates bent axles. Have also had multiple tire blowouts ever after upgrading tire to 10 ply, which the last blowout caused $8,000.00 damage to the side of our 5th wheel. The dealership ExploreUSA nor Forest River had offered to pay of anything ever when it was still under warranty.

We also have a crack in the frame at the axle mounts, but the dealer said they didn't see any cracks. I don't think the dealership ever looked under the trailer.

We're about to have heavier axles and larger tires installed. I don't like waste my money on a Forest River design flaw and can't believe that there isn't a DOT inspector that verify that the axle are the correct for the payload of the travel trailer.

Guest

You have to go after the axle manufacture. If you read Forest River warranty, each camper component has its own warranty.

Mine was Lippert Components. All four of my camper leaf springs were replaced and I was completely refunded

Traquan Rhn

My insurance company paid to replace the axles that were damaged. This time it was the result of hitting debris on the freeway and that was covered under our insurance company.

My insurance company was fine with me paying the difference and putting six lug axles under our toy hauler.

The additional cost to me was $1,223 and that included the $500 deductible. Forest River really is pretty ratty.

Guest

We purchased a 2018 Forest River Salem, have had the yearly "warranty check" done the first year and second year. After 2nd check we went on one trip (160 round trip) took the camper for the "warranty check" and had a $1500.00 bill to repair the axles.

Called to Forrest River and Lippert went no where. They are rip-offs and the dealers are fully aware!!!!!!!!

Traquan Rhn

I am currently having my axles replaced w/six lug axles on my dime. If this lawsuit proceeds I would be interested in participating.

I have had my SS2216 since ~ 2011 and have paid for five or six replacement axles. choclab@***.com

Eudelia Hjx

Yes Iโ€™m on Side of the road with some underrated *** axles Iโ€™m pissed Iโ€™m pissed consumer I need some axles or some money

Guest

Did you subtract he hitch weight you dummy? The axles are rated to carry the weight not being carried by the tow vehicle. https://auto.howstuffworks.com/auto-parts/towing/towing-capacity/information/tongue-weight.htm

Guest

Can we all get together for a class action suite?

Guest
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Like the idea of a class action suit how do we go about organizing that on here?

Estefanie Dxr
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Brand new Impressions in the shop more than its been in a campground

Guest

It seems Forest River makes junk

Guest

We have an ArcticWolf 315BH with a dry weight of 9,614 with axles rated for a combined 10,160 pounds and tires rated for 10,000. In other words our bunkhouse designed for a family is maxed out with the water tank filled.

We have a flat leaf spring, an s-shaped frame and a broken support membrane. Forest River is trying to have Limpert โ€œrepairโ€ it and give it back.

Looking for a more fair resolution. Not willing to put our family back in a rig that fishtails and nearly flips when we load our food and belongings into it.

Guest

I think it's time for a class action lawsuit. Dry and Empty, our trailer weighs in at 7,800lbs.

Each of the 2 axels are rated at 3,500lbs. Dry and Empty, we are overweight. We have bent axels, flat springs, and a cracked frame. We just received a quote to replace both axels, springs, and fix the cracks in the frame where the springs attach to the frame for $5,000.

This also requires new wheels and tires. This is 100% a manufacturing issue and a sever lack of care by Forest River. I made contact with Forest River today. We'll see how they react.

Since we are just past our warranty, I don't expect to get anywhere, but I will fight this. If they don't cover my repairs, I will be contacting my lawyer.

This is so careless and everywhere I read online, people are having the exact same issue with several models of trailers at several different weights. It seems like this is a massive issue across the board.

Guest

This undersized axle needs to be replaced the the Department of Transportation Safety Office. It might need to be a recall action.

Guest

Looking at buying our first rv for retirement travel. Like the reputation Winnebago has but wonder why are there hundreds of intent and vista models for sale with less than 2,000 miles?

Guest
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Same here winnie, looking at the 30t unit for a retirement also. What did you end up getting zdx?

Guest

Had the exact same problem with a 2015 Shasta Flyte 26rls made by Forest River.

Don't listen to your dealer go direct to Forest River and fight them.

We got them to pay for 2 new axles courier to Canada and installation they also paid for the axles couriered back to Forest River. It's simple math and they do it on a lot of their trailers.

I think they assume that the people buying these trailers are dry campers.

Dave

Guest

I have a 2013 Forrest River Windjammer 3025 and am having to have the axles replaced as I kept blowing tires and having them fail and that is with 10ply tire!!! The wheel, axle and brake shop said the axles were undersized for the trailer.

UGH!!!!

I'm working on a solution to get heavy duty axles but them may not fit in the wheel wells with the tires on! For a few bucks more they could make these trailers so much better especially when it comes to the axles and tires.

Guest

We have a bent axel as well. Never haul water or waste.

Said too many canned goods. Seriously!!

Lawsuit. I'm in.

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