repaired · 2026 Q3
Exterior lighting: turn signal
Risk. Inadequately reflective turn signals can make it difficult for other drivers to see when the vehicle intends to turn, increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 Forest River GeorgetownProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2013 Forest River Georgetown, most often about the structure. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-913 the manufacturer reports only 5% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 6, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Forest River Georgetown has problems
6 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Structure
1Electrical system
1Engine1 crash/fire/injury
1Latches/locks/linkages
1Power train1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2013 Forest River Georgetown recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2017 Q2
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Risk. Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Risk. If the microwave starts on its own and there are contents inside, a fire could result.
repaired · 2015 Q1
Equipment
Risk. If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Forest River.
Best & worst years
2013 vs. every other Georgetown year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Georgetown median. How we score
'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Georgetown owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2013 Forest River Georgetown RV. The contact stated while the RV was parked the contact was attempting to exit out of the passenger side center door of the RV. but the door would not open from the inside. The contact had to call roadside assistance where they had pop locked from…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FOREST RIVER GEORGETOWN. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO USE THE RETRACTABLE STEPS, THEY WOULD NOT COME OUT OF THE RETRACTED POSITION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEPS EVENTUALLY CAME OUT INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V798000…
AS I WAS ENTERING THE MOTORHOME THE STEPS EXTENDED OUT BUT WHEN I STEPPED ON THE LOWER STEP IT GAVE WAY AND I FELL OFF OF THE LOWER STEP. IF I HAD BEEN EXITING THE MOTORHOME I WOULD HAVE FALLEN DOWN ABOUT 3 FEET ONTO THE GROUND AND I WOULD HAVE SUSTAINED SERIOUS INJURY. THERE IS NO SAFETY LATCH…
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