The Forest River Campsite Reserve spans 2023–2026 with 3 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.5/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2025, 2026, 2024 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 2023, 2024, 2026. It delivers competitive fuel economy and NHTSA-rated safety.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Forest River Campsite Reserve is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2023 to 2026 across multiple generations.
Decode or check a Forest River Campsite Reserve by VIN
Enter a 17-digit VIN to decode this Forest River Campsite Reserve — trim, engine, plant and full specs — and instantly pull its open recalls, safety ratings and original window sticker.
How to read a Forest River Campsite Reserve VIN — every digit explained
Every Forest River Campsite Reserve carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. 4T1 = Toyota, built in the USA.
- VDS (4–8) — model line, body style, engine & restraint system.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built. H = 2017.
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this Campsite Reserve.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
Model-year code (10th digit)
The 10th character is the model year. It cycles through letters and numbers, skipping I, O, Q, U, Z and 0 to avoid confusion:
Where to find your Campsite Reserve VIN
- Dashboard — driver's side, visible through the windshield from outside.
- Driver's door jamb — on the manufacturer sticker when you open the door.
- Paperwork — vehicle registration, title and insurance card.
- Engine bay & frame — stamped on the firewall or chassis on many models.
How many recalls does the Forest River Campsite Reserve have?
The Forest River Campsite Reserve has 3 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2023–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2026 Forest River Campsite Reserve recalls 1
Electrical System:wiring
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2026 Cascade, Cherokee, and Campsite Reserve recreational trailers. The 7-way connector may have been incorrectly wired to a breaker without over-current protection.
Risk. Without over-current protection, a short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will correct the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 4, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 95-2019.
2025 Forest River Campsite Reserve recalls 2
Electrical System:wiring
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025 Campsite Reserve travel trailers. The solar controller may be wired incorrectly without over current circuit protection.
Risk. Wiring without circuit protection may become damaged and short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will rewire the solar controller power wire, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 99-1926.
Structure:body:step/ladder
What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Coachmen Catalina, Forest River Aurora, Cascade, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Sandpiper, Sierra, 2025 Campsite Reserve, Impression, Pause, Puma, Sabre, Salem, Vengeance, and Wildwood fifth wheel and travel trailers, equipped with a removable step assembly. The clip-on bracket mounting bolts may come loose, allowing the steps to detach.
Risk. Steps that detach while in use increase the risk of injury.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and repair or replace the clip-on bracket as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2025. Owners may contact customer service at Aurora & Catalina (1-574-825-4995), Campsite Reserve, Cascade, Cherokee, Sabre, Vengeance (1-260-499-2100), Cedar Creek (1-260-593-4000), Impression (1-574-327-2716), Pause (1-574-327-2681), Puma (1-574-642-0588), Sierra & Sandpiper (1-574-534-4574), and Salem & Wildwood (1-574-534-3167). Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1915.
Best and worst years for the Forest River Campsite Reserve
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 4 tracked years, the worst years are 2025, 2026, 2024 and the best (fewest complaints) are 2023, 2024, 2026.
ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.
| Year | Owner complaints | Top issue | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Campsite Reserve | 0 | — | Best |
| 2024 Campsite Reserve | 0 | — | Avoid |
| 2025 Campsite Reserve | 1 | Structure | Avoid |
| 2026 Campsite Reserve | 0 | — | Avoid |
What are the most common Forest River Campsite Reserve problems?
The most-reported Forest River Campsite Reserve problems are Structure (1 reports), Latches/locks/linkages (1 reports) — out of 1 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:
Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:
Structure 1 Read
The contact owns a 2025 Forest River Campsite Reserve. The contact stated that upon delivery of the brand-new RV, the contact noticed that the RV was experiencing several failures. The contact stated that the living room slide-out leaked into the living room and into the kitchen. The bedroom slide-out leaked through the bedroom. There were screws detaching from the floor. A door was opening into a glass window without a door stop. The floor in the dinette area was fractured. Additionally, the air conditioner vent was leaking into the RV while blowing cold air. The air conditioner at the top of the RV was leaking on the sliding door and into the camper. The windows caulking was defective, causing air to come through the sides of the windows. The bottom drainpipes appeared separated and needed to be re-glued. The sliding doors failed to latch and lock securely. The entertainment center door with the television and fireplace attached had detached from the hinges due to missing screws, and almost injured the contact's wife. The vehicle was towed to the dealer several times; however, the dealer only installed a door stop to prevent the door from opening into a glass window. Additionally, the mobile technician inspected the RV at the residence and took pictures of the failures, but no repair was performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The manufacturer referred the contact to the dealer for assistance. The contact stated that the manufacturer had become unreachable. The failure mileage was unknown.
Latches/locks/linkages 1 Read
The contact owns a 2025 Forest River Campsite Reserve. The contact stated that upon delivery of the brand-new RV, the contact noticed that the RV was experiencing several failures. The contact stated that the living room slide-out leaked into the living room and into the kitchen. The bedroom slide-out leaked through the bedroom. There were screws detaching from the floor. A door was opening into a glass window without a door stop. The floor in the dinette area was fractured. Additionally, the air conditioner vent was leaking into the RV while blowing cold air. The air conditioner at the top of the RV was leaking on the sliding door and into the camper. The windows caulking was defective, causing air to come through the sides of the windows. The bottom drainpipes appeared separated and needed to be re-glued. The sliding doors failed to latch and lock securely. The entertainment center door with the television and fireplace attached had detached from the hinges due to missing screws, and almost injured the contact's wife. The vehicle was towed to the dealer several times; however, the dealer only installed a door stop to prevent the door from opening into a glass window. Additionally, the mobile technician inspected the RV at the residence and took pictures of the failures, but no repair was performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The manufacturer referred the contact to the dealer for assistance. The contact stated that the manufacturer had become unreachable. The failure mileage was unknown.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Forest River Campsite Reserve specifications & dimensions
The 2026 Forest River Campsite Reserve. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN.
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Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Forest River Campsite Reserve cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the Campsite Reserve holds — passengers and cargo. Seating, cargo and interior dimensions vary by trim and seat configuration — decode your VIN for the exact build.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Forest River Campsite Reserve tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Forest River Campsite Reserve get?
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What engines does the Forest River Campsite Reserve have? Power & range
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How much does a Forest River Campsite Reserve cost to own?
A Forest River Campsite Reserve depreciates at about an average rate. A typical example keeps roughly 46% of its value after five years — losing about 54% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 80% | — | — |
| Year 2 | 70% | — | — |
| Year 3 | 61% | — | — |
| Year 4 | 53% | — | — |
| Year 5 | 46% | — | — |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this Campsite Reserve loses about 54% of its value over five years.
- Fuel — based on EPA economy at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the Campsite Reserve ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
Is the Forest River Campsite Reserve safe?
NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the Campsite Reserve yet.
How many miles does a Forest River Campsite Reserve last?
A well-maintained Forest River Campsite Reserve typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.5/5.
Decode your Forest River Campsite Reserve’s window sticker & build
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Decode VIN →All Forest River Campsite Reserve model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Forest River Campsite Reserve — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Campsite Reserve | 1 recall | — | — |
| 2025 Campsite Reserve | 2 recalls | — | — |
| 2024 Campsite Reserve | 0 | — | — |
| 2023 Campsite Reserve | 0 | — | — |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the Campsite Reserve?
By owner-complaint volume, 2025, 2026, 2024 drew the most reports. 2023, 2024, 2026 have the cleanest records.
How many recalls does the Campsite Reserve have?
3 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2023–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN.
How many miles does a Campsite Reserve last?
A well-maintained Campsite Reserve typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the Campsite Reserve reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the Campsite Reserve is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Forest River Campsite Reserve warranty?
New Forest River models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Forest River dealer.
Where is the Forest River Campsite Reserve made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your Campsite Reserve's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Forest River may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much ground clearance does the Campsite Reserve have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.