CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Forest River Cherokee has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (2 reports).
2015 Forest River Cherokee recalls
Pinched trailer wiring can short circuit and cause fire
Certain 2015-2018 Forest River Cascade and Cherokee recreational trailers may have had their wiring routed improperly.
Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire
Some fire extinguishers installed in certain recreational vehicles, cargo trailers and restroom trailers may have clogged internals, so they may not discharge as expected or may need excessive force to activate.
Most common 2015 Forest River Cherokee problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
trailer bolts and nuts dont hold trailer on and break off. Cab of trailer is moving on frame and cab can come off of frame while driving. I have several of these model trailers and they all have the same problem. In addition, ive ask other owners of these trailers and they also have the same problem.
The contact owns a 2015 Forest River Cherokee travel trailer. The contact stated that rainwater leaked into the RV through the side panels and passenger's side sliding door. The rainwater leaked from the passenger's side sliding door and spread into the master bedroom causing water damage to the floor. Additionally, the passenger's side sliding door was inoperable. The dealer was made aware of the failure and had an associate inspect the travel trailer. The dealer informed the contact to bring the travel trailer in for diagnostic testing. The travel trailer was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure.
CAMPER FURRION DV3100 STEREO SAFETY HAZARD. THE CAMPER WAS STATIONARY AND IN USE AT A NYS PARK WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THIS RADIO FAILURE RESULTED IN ONE OF THE STEREO CHANNELS OUTPUTTING PURE DC POWER TO THE SPEAKER SHORTING THE SPEAKER OUT. THE RESULTING POWER DISSIPATION CAUSED THE SPEAKER CASE TO BEGIN MELTING. IF LEFT UNCHECKED OR UNATTENDED THIS MOST LIKELY WOULD HAVE RESULTED IN A VEHICLE FIRE. LUCKILY FOR US WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURS THE STEREO SQUEALS LIKE A PIG SO IT WOULD BE SHUT OFF AND WE NEVER LEAVE OUR CAMPER WITH ACCESSORIES ON. I AM AN ELECTRICAL ENGINEER AND HAVE A FULL FAILURE INVESTIGATION AVAILABLE WITH DETAILED MEASUREMENTS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND VIDEOS. THIS FAILURE INITI
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FOREST RIVER CHEROKEE RV. THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL POPPING NOISE AND NOTICED THAT THE SPRING TO THE AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO CAMPING WORLD OF ROBERTSDALE (21282 AL-59, ROBERTSDALE, AL 36567, (888) 697-3168), BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
WHEN I HAVE THE AIR CONDITIONER RUNNING IN THE TRAVEL TRAILER, AND HAVE THE HOT WATER HEATER ON USING PROPANE THE RV FILLS UP WITH CARBON MONOXIDE. IT SETS OFF BOTH MY ALARMS. I HAD A TECH LOOK AT IT BUT COULD NOT FIND OUT WHERE THE FUMES ARE COMING IN FROM. IT LOOKS LIKE A DESIGN FLORE OF THE MANUFACTURER, FOREST RIVER. SO FAR THEY HAVE BEEN NO HELP. THE UNIT IS STATIONARY IN AN RV PARK.
2015 Forest River Cherokee questions
Does the 2015 Forest River Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2015 Forest River Cherokee: Pinched trailer wiring can short circuit and cause fire; Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Forest River Cherokee?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (2), Structure (2), Suspension (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Forest River Cherokee has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.