CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Forest River Wildcat has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Wheels (1 report).
2018 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 tire and weight data on label may cause crash risk
Certain 2017-2018 recreational trailers may have a Federal Placard that inaccurately lists the tire and rim combinations installed on the trailer.
Most common 2018 Forest River Wildcat problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
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.
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 Wildcat questions
Does the 2018 Forest River Wildcat have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2018 Forest River Wildcat: Trailer Brakes May Fail to Engage if Trailer Detaches; Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire; Wrong tire and weight data on label may cause crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Forest River Wildcat?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Wheels (1), Suspension (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 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.