2017 Forest River Georgetown Problems
- Complaints
- 7filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 7,000miles, 5 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 6campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2017 Forest River Georgetown (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2017 Forest River Georgetown. The part named most often is body and structure, with 5 complaints (71% of the total), followed by engine (2) and fuel system (2). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 7,000 miles. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year. Body and structure complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the escape/egress/exit and 1 technical service bulletin 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.
- Body and structure5 71%
- Engine2 29%
- Fuel system2 29%
- Electrical system1 14%
- Wheels1 14%
Example complaints
Body and structure: “Vehicle pickup in nov,2017 started leaking water right side of dash, it has been back to dealer for repairs in march 2018 pickup in may 2018 still leaking water now inside windshield right center -ford balanced tires in jan 2018 still has vibration above 65 MPH.other warranty work work was done refrg.outside door panel was replace,crack inside ceiling bathroom vent area repaired, bulge inside wall living room was fixed, problem with slideout living room binding going out & in ,still has front shade damage needs to be replaced but dealer neede more time for warranty from manufacturer…”
NHTSA complaint #11099343, filed 2018-06, 1,600 milesEngine: “The contact owns a 2017 Forest River Georgetown. The contact stated that the propane tank emitted an abnormal odor. The contact also stated that the generator for the rv did not operate as intended. The contact stated that the vehicle generator did not cease to function after the vehicle was at a quarter tank of fuel. The check engine warning indicator illuminated. Dennis dillon auto park (6560 w targee st boise, id) was contacted and refused to perform the repair. …”
NHTSA complaint #11045775, filed 2017-11, 11,820 milesMileage when problems were reported
100% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 1,600 and 9,100 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 24V913000Dec 6, 2024Exterior lighting › Turn signalCovers: Forest River Georgetown 2009–2017
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2009-2017 Georgetown Class A motorhomes. The amber turn signal lens has an undersized reflective surface. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety…
- 21V523000Jul 9, 2021Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailerCovers: Forest River Georgetown 2014–2021, Cedar Creek 2014–2020, Blue Ridge 2011–2016 +8 more
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Coachmen Cross Country, 2015 Coachmen Encore, 2016-2020 Coachmen Mirada, 2018-2021 Coachmen Sportscoach, 2019-2021 Forest River Berkshire, 2011-2016 Forest River Blue Ridge, 2014-2019 Forest…
- 18V768000Oct 31, 2018Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)Covers: Forest River Georgetown 2017–2019, FR3 2017–2019, Berkshire 2018–2019 +2 more
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Forest River Georgetown and FR3 motorhomes, 2018-2019 Berkshire motorhomes and 2018 Charleston motorhomes. The motorized windshield roller shade at the driver's seating position may unroll…
- 17V846000Dec 28, 2017Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slipCovers: Forest River Georgetown 2017–2018
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Georgetown recreational vehicles, models GTA31L5, GTA31R5, GTA369XLF, GTA36B5, GTA36B5F, GTA377XLF, GTA378XLF, built on Ford chassis and equipped with Antilock Brake Systems (ABS). The brake…
- 16V419000Jun 9, 2016Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailerCovers: Forest River Georgetown 2017
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Georgetown motorhomes manufactured May 17, 2016, through May 9, 2016. These vehicles were accidentally equipped with two seat belt assemblies on the rear-facing dinette seat, allowing the…
- 16V176000Mar 29, 2016Structure › Emergency › Escape/egress/exitCovers: Forest River Georgetown 2015–2017
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Georgetown recreational vehicles, model GTA369XLF, manufactured from December 8, 2014, through March 22, 2016. A vented window was installed in the rear wall of the vehicle instead…
Recall details for the 2017 Forest River Georgetown → · 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. 1 on record; the latest 1 are shown.
- 10118740Sep 29, 2017Body and structure. There is a potential sealant issue that needs to be addressed on your vehicle. The potential for this issue will allow water infiltration into the vehicle roof.
Other model years of the Forest River Georgetown
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | 2,400 | 2 | — | — | — | Too new |
| 2021 | 5 | 10,750 | 4 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2020 | 10 | 4,000 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2017 | 7 | 7,000 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2014 | 5 | 4,902 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 6 | 11,590 | 4 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2012 | 9 | 16,000 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2011 | 7 | 4,500 | 4 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2010 | 7 | 12,450 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 5 | 25,314 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2005 | 5 | 17,000 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2004 | 10 | 6,500 | 4 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2003 | 5 | 16,000 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2002 | 6 | 15,000 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2001 | 7 | 23,564 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Forest River Georgetown model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2017 Forest River Georgetown have?
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2017 Forest River Georgetown as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2017 Forest River Georgetown is reported most often?
Body and structure is named most often, in 5 complaints (71% of the total), followed by engine with 2.
Has the 2017 Forest River Georgetown been recalled?
NHTSA lists 6 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 2017 Forest River Georgetown reported?
Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 7,000 miles and the middle half falls between 1,600 and 9,100 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.