CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Forest River Wildcat has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (1 report).
2016 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.
Incorrect trailer weight label may cause loss of control
Certain trailers were built with a Federal certification placard that lists the wrong Gross Axle Weight Rating, showing 3,500 lbs when the correct rating is 5,200 lbs.
Most common 2016 Forest River Wildcat problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
In the late part of 2020 the door frame to the room in the rear fell from the ceiling onto the ground, that was determined by the company(MagicTouch) I bought it from that the manufacturer(Forest River)had not properly secured the frame to the ceiling, the screws missed the truss rafters and were only screwed in the ceiling material which is only about 1/4" thick, Forest River did pay to have it repaired. Again something very similar occurred to one of the bunkbeds in that same room, I entered my trailer to prep it for our 2022 Easter vacation and noticed that one of the bunkbeds had collapsed from the wall and fall on top of the sofa bed that is located directly below it, if this would of h
2016 Forest River Wildcat questions
Does the 2016 Forest River Wildcat have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2016 Forest River Wildcat: Trailer Brakes May Fail to Engage if Trailer Detaches; Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire; Incorrect trailer weight label may cause loss of control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Forest River Wildcat?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 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.