Vehicle safety recalls · NHTSA

2018 Forest River Wildcat recalls (3)

3 NHTSA safety recalls cover the 2018 Forest River Wildcat. Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about this model year. Every recall repair is free at any Forest River dealer.

3recalls

2owner complaints

0service bulletins

0do-not-drive / park-outside

Is yours affected? Recalls cover ranges of VINs, not every 2018 Forest River Wildcat. Check your Wildcat by VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.

Every 2018 Forest River Wildcat recall

Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.

Electrical System · NHTSA 18V550000
Aug 21, 2018Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
Problem
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.
Fix
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.
Full recall details for 18V550000 →
Equipment · NHTSA 17V756000
Nov 22, 2017Equipment
Problem
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: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix
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.
Full recall details for 17V756000 →
Tires · NHTSA 17V282000
Apr 26, 2017Tires
Problem
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.
Fix
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.
Full recall details for 17V282000 →

2018 Forest River Wildcat complaints and service bulletins

Owners filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Forest River Wildcat. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.

Most-reported components

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Public reports · not verified

What people reported

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Forest River Wildcat. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.

“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.”
2018 FOREST RIVER WILDCATAug 5, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11678412
“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”
2018 FOREST RIVER WILDCATJul 9, 2019
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11230372

Search the official database: NHTSA. Excerpts are quoted from the public record, shortened at a sentence and with personal details removed.

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2018 Forest River Wildcat recalls (3)

3 NHTSA safety recalls cover the 2018 Forest River Wildcat. Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about this model year. Every recall repair is free at any Forest River dealer.

3recalls

2owner complaints

0service bulletins

0do-not-drive / park-outside

Is yours affected? Recalls cover ranges of VINs, not every 2018 Forest River Wildcat. Check your Wildcat by VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.

Every 2018 Forest River Wildcat recall

Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.

Electrical System · NHTSA 18V550000

Aug 21, 2018Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery

Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.

Full recall details for 18V550000 →

Equipment · NHTSA 17V756000

Nov 22, 2017Equipment

Problem: 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: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.

Full recall details for 17V756000 →

Tires · NHTSA 17V282000

Apr 26, 2017Tires

Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.

Full recall details for 17V282000 →

What people reported

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Forest River Wildcat. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.

“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.”

2018 FOREST RIVER WILDCATAug 5, 2025

Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11678412

“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”

2018 FOREST RIVER WILDCATJul 9, 2019

Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11230372

Search the official database: NHTSA. Excerpts are quoted from the public record, shortened at a sentence and with personal details removed.