CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Forest River Wildcat has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (2 reports).
2015 Forest River Wildcat recalls
Trailer Brakes May Fail to Engage if Trailer Detaches
The breakaway safety switch on these recreational trailers may not be wired to a constant power source.
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.
Wrong weight label on trailers can lead to pin box failure
Certain 2015 Wildcat fifth wheel trailers built between November 2014 and February 2015 may have a Federal Certification Label that lists the gross vehicle weight rating as 13,000 lbs.
Most common 2015 Forest River Wildcat problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Wheels | 2 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
Out frame is bent on both sides above the shackles towards the driver side about 5â. Insurance said it wear and tear. We do traveling healthcare and are stuck outside of an area we can work as itâs where we stay when on contract. We canât find anywhere to work on it either.
2015 FOREST RIVER WILDCAT 5TH WHEEL. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO MICROWAVE MALFUNCTION WHICH CAUSED A FIRE INSIDE VEHICLE. *LD *JS
FOREST RIVER WILDCAT MAXX YEAR 2015 ; BRAKE FRONT DRIVER SIDE LOCKED UP GOING 30-35 MPH ENTERING XPRESS WAY OUTSIDER SACRAMENTO CALIF. AND STARTED SMOKING RESPONDING TO FIRE EXTINGUISHER. ON ROAD WORKER FIXED BY DISCONNECTING BRAKE. STARTED AGAIN AND 3 REMAINING BRAKES LOCKED. HE AGAIN DISCONNECTED THEM AND WE TRAVELED 700 PLUS MILES TO MESA ARIZONA. WHEN ARRIVED IN TRAILER PARK, NOTED IN PARKING 5THWHEEL THAT FRONT DRIVER WHEEL HUB WAS CIRCUMFERENTIALLY TORN OUT. VEHICLE PARKED AND REPAIRED FOR OVER $2300.00. I BELIEVE FROM WHAT HAS BEEN REPORTED ON SAFERCAR.GOV THAT THE AXEL MAY NOT ABLE TO HOLD THE WEIGHT OF THE VEHICLE AND BECAME BENT RESULTING IN TEARING OUT THE WHEEL HUB AND ALMOST CA
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FOREST RIVER WILDCAT. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE STARTED SMOKING. THE DRIVER EXTINGUISHED THE TIRE. AN AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC CAME OUT AND DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE NEEDED TO BE DISCONNECTED ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE. THE BRAKE WAS DISCONNECTED. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE FRONT AND REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRES AND THE REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE STARTED SMOKING. THE AUTOMOTIVE MECHIANIC INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE BRAKES HAD TO BE DISCONNECTED FROM THE REAR AND FRONT PASSENGER AND REAR DRIVER SIDES. THE BRAKES WERE DISCONNECTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE AND VIN WERE UNKNOWN
2015 Forest River Wildcat questions
Does the 2015 Forest River Wildcat have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2015 Forest River Wildcat: Trailer Brakes May Fail to Engage if Trailer Detaches; Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire; Wrong weight label on trailers can lead to pin box failure. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Forest River Wildcat?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (2), Wheels (2), Suspension (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Forest River Wildcat 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.