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.
2017 Forest River GeorgetownProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 7 owner complaints about the 2017 Forest River Georgetown, most often about the structure. It is covered by 6 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 2017 Forest River Georgetown has problems
7 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Structure
2Engine
2Fuel/propulsion system
1Electrical system
1Visibility/wiper
1Wheels
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 5 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2017 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 · 2023 Q4
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Risk. Adhesive failure may cause the vent portion of the window to detach, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Visibility
Risk. If the windshield roller shade unrolls while driving, it could block the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Risk. A brake fluid leak or air ingestion can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2021 Q2
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Risk. With the extra passengers, the GVWR may be exceeded and the vehicle may be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2021 Q3
Emergency: escape/egress/exit
Risk. Without a secondary egress window, occupants may be trapped in the event of an emergency, increasing the risk of injury or death.
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
2017 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.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FOREST RIVER GEORGETOWN. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THERE WAS WATER LEAKING FROM THE ROOF ENTERING THROUGH THE DRIVER'S SIDE WALL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HITCH RV - DELAWARE (2152 BAY RD, MILFORD, DE 19963) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS A PART MISSING FROM THE…
A BAD LEAK COMING FROM THE ROOF EDGE OF THE MOTORHOME TO THE INSIDE. IT WAS REPAIRED LAST NOVEMBER OF 2017 AND IT HAPPENED AGAIN THIS MONTH OF MAY. IT'S DAMAGING THE INSIDE WALL WITH WALLPAPER ON IT AND THE ELECTRONIC SWITCHES WHICH ARE ON THE DRIVER SIDE. THIS DAMAGE COSTING ME $500.00. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FOREST RIVER GEORGETOWN GT3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE WALL FRAME SEPARATED DUE TO A WELDING FAILURE. THE RV WAS TAKEN TO CAMPING WORLD OF THE VILLAGES (14200 US HIGHWAY 441 SUMERFIELD, FL, 34491, [PHONE]) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE RV…
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