Axel failure. Took my trailer into the shop because the wheels were leaning inward and eating tires unevenly. The trailer mechanic said I had to replace both axels!! They were undersized from the manufacture. Extremely unsafe and very likely could have caused an accident while towing.
The worst 2018 Forest River Wildcat problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Suspension1
- Wheels1
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- Suspension1
- Wheels1
Recalls 3
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
- What is wrong
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Forest River Salem, Wildcat Maxx, Wildwood, Vibe, and Rainier recreational trailers. The break-away safety switch may not have been wired to a constant power source, and, as a result, the switch may be inadvertently disconnected from the trailer house battery causing the brakes to not engage if the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle.
- Risk
- If the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new wiring harness to reroute the wiring, free of charge. The recall began September 25, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1‑503‑831‑5410. Forest River's number for this recall is 22/30-0824.
Recall number 18V550000 · Recall details
Equipment
- What is wrong
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2003-2018 Forest River Berkshire, Charleston, Rockport, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Riverstone, Salem, Sandpiper, Sierra, Vengeance, Wildcat, Wildwood, XLR Boost, Cargo Mate, Continental Cargo, motorhomes, recreational trailers, toyhaulers, cargo trailers and restroom trailers and 2009-2018 Coachmen Mirada, Pursuit, Concord, Leprechaun, Freelander, Orion and Prism motorhomes, 2009-2017 Coachmen Apex and Catalina recreational trailers, and 2013-2017 Shasta Oasis and Revere recreational trailers, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit:
- Risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Forest River will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on December 27, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1‑800‑348‑7440, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1‑855‑262‑3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0544.
Recall number 17V756000 · Recall details
Tires
- What is wrong
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Salem, Wildwood, XLR, Sanibel, Wildcat, Vengeance, Chaparral Lite and Columbus recreational trailers. The Federal Placard may inaccurately list the tire and rim combinations that are installed on the trailers. Additionally, the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) information may be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims," and 49 CFR part 567, "Certification."
- Risk
- The incorrect information may cause the operator to install an incorrect replacement rim or tire, overinflate the tire, or overload the vehicle, all scenarios that may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Forest River will notify owners and will provide a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1‑800‑348‑7440. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-04242017-0393.
Recall number 17V282000 · Recall details
What 2018 Forest River Wildcat owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tire exploded on freeway on 6/30/2019 and a second tire would not hold air and went flat on 7/8/2019. Castle rock tires. Dot jult imt 5116 1st tire exploded while in motion on a freeway 2nd tire deflated while parked at rv park damaged wheel well from rubber separation
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Questions about the 2018 Forest River Wildcat
Is the 2018 Forest River Wildcat reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2018 Forest River Wildcat, fewer than a typical Wildcat model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Forest River Wildcat?
Suspension, with 1 complaint. Next is wheels (1).
How many recalls does the 2018 Forest River Wildcat have?
3 recalls, covering electrical system, equipment and tires.
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