2019 Dynamax Isata Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 12,000miles, 3 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2019 Dynamax Isata (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2019 Dynamax Isata. The part named most often is brakes, with 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by electrical system (2) and transmission and drivetrain (2). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 12,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 6 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the hoses, lines/piping, and fittings and 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes2 40%
- Electrical system2 40%
- Fuel system1 20%
- Other or unknown1 20%
- Wheels1 20%
Example complaints
Brakes: “The positive battery cable for coach batteries fell on to the drive line and started a fire which melted the anti-lock braking system and caused further damage under the coach. The fire was put out very quickly at the shop where they were going to hook up a tow bar on this new rv. (they had fully prepared the tow vehicle and this was to be the final step) it is unknown when the incident began to occur but the fire most likely started as the rv was being driven from our home in meadow vista ca to one stop truck shop in sacramento ca. …”
NHTSA complaint #11362526, filed 2020-10, 4,500 milesElectrical system: “Nhtsa recall: 19v902 Dynamax - forest river and dealer network are unable or unwilling to schedule a timely appointment to address the above referenced recall. Deals do not want to schedule the work promptly because we did not purchase the unit from them. Forest river indicates they can not modify a dealers schedule. Numerous calls and emails to forest river warranty and corporate compliance office to resolve. No luck.”
NHTSA complaint #11342994, filed 2020-08, 25,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “Traveling on a busy interstate, traffic limited to one lane because of construction. Traffic stopped, instructed by law enforcement to turn off vehicle to wait. Shortly after, traffic started moving but our vehicle would not start. After stopping traffic for about 15 minutes the vehicle finally started. Incident repeated at a gas station, stopped for gas, filled up, when complete would not start, once again after 15 minute wait it started. Dealer unable to get the problem to repeat. Onboard diagnostic computers didn't record the fault. …”
NHTSA complaint #11459629, filed 2022-04Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 4,500 and 25,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 19V902000Dec 18, 2019EquipmentCovers: Dynamax Isata 2018–2020
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Dynamax Isata motorhomes. The slim-rack slide out mechanisms may activate unintentionally, extending or retracting the slide room unexpectedly.
- 19V294000Apr 12, 2019Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Dynamax Isata 2019
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Dynamax Isata motorhomes built on a RAM cab chassis. The primary and secondary brake hoses located between the brake master cylinder and the hydraulic control unit may have been manufactured without…
Recall details for the 2019 Dynamax Isata → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 6 on record; the latest 6 are shown.
- 11014698Mar 3, 2025Brakes. According to FCA Recall 24V896: "The brake hydraulic control unit could fail. Over time, this could cause the antilock braking system (ABS), electronic stability control (ESC) system and/or traction…
- 10228683Jan 4, 2023Brakes. According to the Interim Recall Notice Received by Mercedes-Benz concerning 22V796: "Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain Sprinter vehicles, a component of the park lock system might wear…
- 10189519Mar 24, 2021Wheels. As per Mercedes Interim Recall Notice 21V042, one or more of the rear-wheel speed sensors may experience an electrical failure, which potentially could lead to a disablement of the Electronic…
- 10166745Oct 28, 2019Equipment. The valve stem sensors may become damaged during travel and potentially display an inaccurate reading to the operator.
- 10164628Sep 9, 2019Engine cooling. Daimler AG (DAG), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that a defect related to a motor vehicle emissions control system may exist on certain Model Year 2016-2018 Sprinter…
- 10163326Jul 1, 2019Body and structure. As Per Lippert Components; Specific 8800 Series windows installed in your recreational vehicle may potentially leak. The windows will be remedied by a Forest River Dealer.
Other model years of the Dynamax Isata
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 | 12,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2019 Dynamax Isata have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2019 Dynamax Isata as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2019 Dynamax Isata is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by electrical system with 2.
Has the 2019 Dynamax Isata been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2019 Dynamax Isata reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 12,000 miles and the middle half falls between 4,500 and 25,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.