CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Forest River Cherokee has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (2 reports).
2016 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.
Wheel studs can break, risking wheel detachment
Certain trailers built between March 1 and March 31, 2015 may have wheel studs that break.
Most common 2016 Forest River Cherokee problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 2 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
This has been the second tire to blow out at 55 mph . When they blow its the middle of the tread that does its very unsafe for me and my family. very scary .. yes available for inspection i have pictures it has not been inspected by anyone but me i changed the tire on the side of the highway both times which put me in danger..no warnings just a loud bang ..
FRAME SUPPORTS HAVE FAILED AT WELD POINTS DUE TO POOR WELDING. THE SUPPORTS SEPARATING HAS CAUSE MAJOR CRACKING IN THE MAIN FRAME RAILS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE TRAILER. THE FAILURE ALLOWED SO MUCH MOVEMENT IN THE FRAME THAT TIRE BEGAN HITTING THE BODY CAUSING TIRE DAMAGE. THE FRAME NOW NEEDS A COMPLETE REPAIR AND IS UNSAFE TO USE. I HAVE MORE IMAGES BUT IT WILL ONLY LET ME UPLOAD ONE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FOREST RIVER CHEROKEE. WHILE THE CAMPER WAS PARKED, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL SOUND COMING FROM UNDER THE RV. UPON INSPECTING THE RV, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE THAT THE TWO STRAPS THAT HELD THE WATER TANK IN PLACE HAD FRACTURED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WATER TANK SEPARATED FROM THE FRAME OF THE RV AND FRACTURED THE PROPANE LINE. BASDEN'S AMERICAN RV CENTER (600 E BASELINE RD, EVANSVILLE, IN 47725, (812) 867-5200) WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS NO SERVICE TECHNICIAN ON SITE AND ALSO THAT THE PART TO REPAIR THE RV WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE RV WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED, BUT THERE WAS NO RESPONSE. THE VIN WAS UN
2016 Forest River Cherokee questions
Does the 2016 Forest River Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2016 Forest River Cherokee: Pinched trailer wiring can short circuit and cause fire; Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire; Wheel studs can break, risking wheel detachment. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Forest River Cherokee?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (2), Tires (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 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.