2024 Forest River Cardinal Problems: 0 Complaints, 2 Recalls

The worst 2024 Forest River Cardinal problems

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Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakersReported October 22, 2026 · 6,275 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022-2027 Cedar Creek, 2023-2027 FR3, 2023-2026 Palomino, 2024 Cardinal, Wildcat, Shasta Oasis, 2024-2026 Forest River Hardside, Palomino Real-Lite Camper, 2026 Puma Tracks, and Puma recreational vehicles and trailers, equipped with certain power seating assemblies. The power cord fuse may not provide adequate circuit protection.
Risk: In the event of a short circuit, inadequate protection increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the power cord, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 21, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1‑574‑535‑2748. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-2109.

Recall number 26V704000 · Recall details

Trailer hitches: fifth wheel assemblyReported April 12, 2024 · 100 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024 Cardinal and Wildcat Fifth Wheels trailers. The operator may utilize the rear towing hitch without locking the turning point fifth wheel hitch into the "Conventional Transport" position.
Risk: Towing while in a different position can cause the upper front structure to break and the pin box to separate from the vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a warning label to the hitch and rear wall of the vehicle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 6, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1‑574‑296‑7700. Forest River's number for this recall is 15-1755.

Recall number 24V265000 · Recall details

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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Is the 2024 Forest River Cardinal reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2024 Forest River Cardinal.

What is the most common problem with the 2024 Forest River Cardinal?

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How many recalls does the 2024 Forest River Cardinal have?

2 recalls, covering electrical system and trailer hitches.

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