2008 Forest River Georgetown
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 0 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 1999 | 3 |
| 2000 | 4 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 0 |
| 2007 | 3 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 3 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 3 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 4 |
| 2019 | 4 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 4 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 3 |
| 2024 | 3 |
| 2025 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
4 of 5 total reports mention: structure.
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THE SIDE WALLS ON BOTH SIDES OF MY MOTORHOME HAVE COME LOOSE FROM THE FRAME CAUSING A UNSAFE CONDITION IF BODY FLEX THAT CAUSES THE FLOOR TO MOVE WITH THE STEERING WHEEL IT HAS BEEN REPAIRED TWICE AND KEEPS FAILING THIS IS A ON GOING PROBLEM WITH...
NHTSA ODI report, 20151226
WHILE EXITING I10 IN CASA GRANDE AZ, I HEARD A NOISE LIKE SOMETHING HAD HIT MY MOTORHOME. WHEN I INVESTIGATED THE SOURCE OF THE NOISE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20141226
1 of 5 total reports mentions: suspension.
1 of 5 total reports mentions: steering.
1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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STARTED TO DRIVE MY 2008 MOTORHOME, WHICH HAS THE R26 WORKHORSE UFO CHASSIS, WHEN THE DASH LIT UP WITH ABS LIGHT, AUTO PARK LIGHT, HYDRAULIC BRAKE FAILURE, ETC.. I APPLIED THE BRAKES TO STOP AND THE MOTORHOME LOCKED UP INSTANTLY AND WILL NOT MOVE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20141008
SAFETY TIMELINE
FOREST RIVER IS RECALLING 1,003 MY 2007-2009 GEORGETOWN MOTOR HOMES. THE ALUMINUM BAGGAGE DOOR TRIM HAS LOOSENED AND IS ABLE TO DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL RESECURE THE TRIM WITH ADDITIONAL FASTENERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING JANUARY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FOREST RIVER AT 1-574-206-7600.
Campaign 08V664000 — check if this car was fixed
NAVISTAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR MY 2001-2008 WORKHORSE W20, W21 AND W22 CHASSIS AND CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 THROUGH 2011 MONACO RV ADMIRAL, ARISTA, MONARCH, AND RIPTIDE RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
Remedy: WORKHORSE DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL FOUR BOSCH BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT WORKHORSE AT 1-877-246-7731.
Campaign 09V110000 — check if this car was fixed
Forest River, Inc.
Remedy: Forest River will notify owners and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, free of charge. Forest River issued an interim notification to owners on January 7, 2016. The recall began on March 3, 2016.
Campaign 15V798000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2008 Forest River Georgetown — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 08V664000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09V110000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V798000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2008 Forest River Georgetown reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Forest River Georgetown?
The most-reported component is structure:body, accounting for 80% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Forest River Georgetown have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.