2016 Forest River Sunseeker
Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint 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 | 0 |
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 3 |
| 2001 | 0 |
| 2002 | 3 |
| 2003 | 3 |
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2005 | 1 |
| 2006 | 2 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 2 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 1 |
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 4 |
| 2018 | 3 |
| 2019 | 3 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 4 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 0 |
| 2026 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: exterior lighting.
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CURT CONTROLLER IS FAILING IN WET CONDITIONS. CURT CONTROLLER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE BRAKE LIGHTS, TURN SIGNALS, REVERSE LIGHTS, BASICALLY ANY EXTERNAL SAFETY LIGHTING ON THE RV THAT INDICATES YOU'RE STOPPING OR TURNING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160525
SAFETY TIMELINE
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Forester and Sunseeker recreational vehicles manufactured from February 29, 2016, through April 20, 2016.
Remedy: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shower doors, free of charge. The recall began on July 11, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600.
Campaign 16V336000 — check if this car was fixed
Forest River, Inc.
Remedy: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. An interim notice was sent to owners on August 16, 2016. The recall began on December 8, 2016.
Campaign 16V465000 — check if this car was fixed
Forest River, Inc.
Remedy: Forest River has notified owners, and Chevrolet dealers will replace the driver side window switch, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2018.
Campaign 18V444000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2016 Forest River Sunseeker — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V336000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V465000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V444000 (visibility) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2016 Forest River Sunseeker 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 2016 Forest River Sunseeker?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Forest River Sunseeker 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.