repaired · 2026 Q3
Appliance: air conditioner
Risk. An air conditioner soft start device that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
2023 Forest River SunseekerProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2023 Forest River Sunseeker, most often about the structure. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-286 the manufacturer reports only 6% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 8, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Forest River Sunseeker has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Structure
1Suspension
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2023 Forest River Sunseeker 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 · 2026 Q2
Lpg systems: lines and fittings
Risk. A propane gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Parking brake: electrical
Risk. A slideroom unexpectedly extends increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
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repaired · 2025 Q1
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Risk. An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.
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
2023 vs. every other Sunseeker 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 Sunseeker median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Sunseeker owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2023 Forest River Salem Travel Trailer. The contact stated that while hauling the trailer, the trailer was veering to the driver’s side. The contact also noticed that the tread on the tires were uneven, as if the trailer was leaning to one side more than the other. The contact…
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