repaired · 2026 Q3
Service panel: breakers/relays
Risk. Wires connected to the incorrect mini breaker could melt and short, increasing the risk of a fire.
2021 Forest River ImpressionProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 4 owner complaints about the 2021 Forest River Impression, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-847 the manufacturer reports only 33% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 2, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Forest River Impression has problems
4 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 2 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2021 Forest River Impression 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 · 2024 Q2
Lpg systems: lines and fittings
Risk. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Exterior lighting
Risk. Incorrectly installed rear lights may reduce visibility of the vehicle for other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
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
2021 vs. every other Impression 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 Impression median. How we score
'18'19'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Impression owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
On [XXX], while driving home from camping, I received a message on my truck dash, “CHECK WIRES”. I checked the fifth wheel hitch, the seven-way cable, walked around the RV, did not see a problem. A RV restoration company [RVRC], was sent to my home by an insurance agent to repair the power awning…
Electrical wires melted and burnt in the unit less than 6 months after purchase. We were stopped at a stoplight when the truck alerted us to a trail service error. Upon investigation, it was found that multiple wires were burnt and melted throughout the camper box and around the battery.
Own a 2021 Impression?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.