2023 Forest River Economy Hauler problems: recalls, complaints and what to check
NHTSA has 0 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file for the 2023 Forest River Economy Hauler. Here is what they are, what a technician checks for each kind of fault, and how to look one over before you buy it.
Axles, brakes, suspension and hitch: 2 complaints
What a tech checks: Bearings, brake magnets, worn shackle bolts and bent axles. A trailer that wears tires on the inside edge or pulls to one side usually has an axle or suspension problem. Before you buy: Bolts tight, springs not flat, brakes apply with the breakaway pin pulled.
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What owners reported to NHTSA
04/28/2026, SUSPENSION: The contact owns a 2026 N/A Forest River Economy Hauler. The contact stated that while inspecting under the trailer, one of the four bolts connecting the axle to the frame was loose. Additionally, only four of the eight axle bolts were installed on the frame. The contact sent photos of the failure to an independent mechanic, who determined that the loosened bolt needed to be tightened, and that the other four missing
01/15/2024, SUSPENSION: Leaf spring bolt disconnected and missing. After owning approx. 6 months and only normal use, I noticed that the farthest rear, right side leaf spring mount is disconnected from the frame, bolt is missing completely . (Picture attached)
Looking at a 2023 Forest River Economy Hauler?
The Buyer's Check walks you through it on your phone: what to ask, the outside walk-around, water damage, every system on every power source, with the recalls above built in. You get a report that says what's a walk-away and what to negotiate on.
Checked against NHTSA 2026-10-23. Recall repairs are free at an authorized dealer. Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA and are not verified.