Is the Forest River Cherokee reliable?

The ForCar Reliability Score for the Forest River Cherokee is 4.0/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.

How much ground clearance does the Forest River Cherokee have?

Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain; AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Check the specific trim or decode the VIN.

Forest River Cherokee Recalls, Specs & VIN Decoder

Quick answer

The Forest River Cherokee spans 1997–2026 with 80 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.0/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2021, 2022, 2020 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 1997, 1998, 2001. It delivers competitive fuel economy and NHTSA-rated safety.

1997–2026

Years

Recalls

—

Top MPG

—★

NHTSA

155

Complaints

4.0/5

★★★★★★★★★★

ForCar Reliability Score

Our editorial rating · 30 model years

Safety (NHTSA)3.5

Recall record4.1

Complaint severity4.2

How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.

Overview

The Forest River Cherokee is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 1997 to 2026 across multiple generations.

VIN

Decode or check a Forest River Cherokee by VIN

Enter a 17-digit VIN to decode this Forest River Cherokee — trim, engine, plant and full specs — and instantly pull its open recalls, safety ratings and original window sticker.

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How to read a Forest River Cherokee VIN — every digit explained

Every Forest River Cherokee carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.

1–3 · WMI4T1

4–8 · VDSBF1FK

9 · Check5

10 · YearH

11 · PlantU

12–17 · Serial123456

WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. 4T1 = Toyota, built in the USA.
VDS (4–8) — model line, body style, engine & restraint system.
Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
Model year (10) — the year it was built. H = 2017.
Plant (11) — which factory assembled this Cherokee.
Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.

Model-year code (10th digit)

The 10th character is the model year. It cycles through letters and numbers, skipping I, O, Q, U, Z and 0 to avoid confusion:

H2017 J2018 K2019 L2020 M2021 N2022 P2023 R2024 S2025 T2026

Where to find your Cherokee VIN

Dashboard — driver's side, visible through the windshield from outside.
Driver's door jamb — on the manufacturer sticker when you open the door.
Paperwork — vehicle registration, title and insurance card.
Engine bay & frame — stamped on the firewall or chassis on many models.

How many recalls does the Forest River Cherokee have?

The Forest River Cherokee has 80 recorded NHTSA recalls across 1997–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.

2026 Forest River Cherokee recalls 1

Electrical System:wiring26V039000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2026 Cascade, Cherokee, and Campsite Reserve recreational trailers. The 7-way connector may have been incorrectly wired to a breaker without over-current protection.

Risk. Without over-current protection, a short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix. Dealers will correct the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 4, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 95-2019.

2025 Forest River Cherokee recalls 4

Structure:emergency:escape/egress/exit25V307000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025 Cherokee ACKT271RK travel trailers. These vehicles may not have an emergency exit window installed.

Risk. A missing emergency exit can prevent or delay occupants from exiting in an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix. Dealers will install an emergency exit window, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 17-1927.

Structure:body:step/ladder25V245000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Coachmen Catalina, Forest River Aurora, Cascade, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Sandpiper, Sierra, 2025 Campsite Reserve, Impression, Pause, Puma, Sabre, Salem, Vengeance, and Wildwood fifth wheel and travel trailers, equipped with a removable step assembly. The clip-on bracket mounting bolts may come loose, allowing the steps to detach.

Risk. Steps that detach while in use increase the risk of injury.

Fix. Dealers will inspect and repair or replace the clip-on bracket as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2025. Owners may contact customer service at Aurora & Catalina (1-574-825-4995), Campsite Reserve, Cascade, Cherokee, Sabre, Vengeance (1-260-499-2100), Cedar Creek (1-260-593-4000), Impression (1-574-327-2716), Pause (1-574-327-2681), Puma (1-574-642-0588), Sierra & Sandpiper (1-574-534-4574), and Salem & Wildwood (1-574-534-3167). Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1915.

Equipment:appliance:microwave/vent Hood24V563000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025 Cherokee CKT20-0G travel trailers. During installation, an incorrect length screw was used to install the microwave, which allowed the screw to enter the microwave compartment.

Risk. The presence of a screw in the microwave compartment can cause electrical arcing, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the microwave as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 89-1819.

Trailer Hitches24V531000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024 Salem, Puma, Wildwood, and 2025 Cherokee travel trailers equipped with certain Pacific Rim brand couplers. The couplers have an incorrect load rating of 14,000 pounds and may be overloaded, causing the hitch to fail.

Risk. Hitch failure increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix. Dealers will inspect the date code of the hitch coupler and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at Salem & Wildwood (574) 534-3167, Puma (574) 642-0588 or Cherokee (260) 499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1803.

2024 Forest River Cherokee recalls 1

Structure:body:step/ladder25V245000

Risk. Steps that detach while in use increase the risk of injury.

2023 Forest River Cherokee recalls 1

Equipment:other:labels23V226000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023 Cherokee CKT36FBOP Travel Trailers. The safety chains may be insufficient for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) listed on the federal placard, which can allow the trailer to detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Risk. A trailer that detaches from a vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

Fix. Dealers will install a new Federal Placard, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be sent. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at1-260)-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 89-1618.

2022 Forest River Cherokee recalls 6

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer22V556000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Coachmen Catalina, Cross Trail, Pursuit, Sportscoach, East to West Della Terra, Silver Lake, Forest River Forester, FR3, Sunseeker, Wildwood, 2022 Coachmen Adrenaline, Apex, Brookstone, Chaparral, Chapparral Lite, Clipper, Freedom Express, Independence Trail, Mirada, Spirit, Viking, Work and Play, East to West Ahara, Tandara, Forest River Aurora, Cardinal, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Flagstaff, Georgetown, Ibex, Impression, Ozark, Puma, R-Pod, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandpiper, Sandstorm, Shockwave, Sierra, Solera, Stealth, Stealth Evo, Surveyor, Vengeance, Vibe, Wildcat, XLR Toyhauler, Prime Time Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Sanibel, Tracer, Shasta Oasis, and Phoenix fifth wheel and travel trailers. The electric retractable awning has a welded seam on the fabric that may separate, potentially allowing the awning to drop beyond normal operation.

Risk. An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.

Fix. Dealers will replace the fabric roll or complete awning, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022. Owners may contact the customer service numbers listed in the recall report for their designated model. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1532. This recall supersedes and expands NHTSA recall number 22V-486.

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer22V486000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022 Prime Time Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Ozark, Tracer, Sanibel, East to West Della Terra, Silverlake, Forest River Cherokee, Flagstaff, IBEX, RPod, Rockwood, Salem, Sierra, Sandpiper, and Wildwood fifth wheel and travel trailers. The electric retractable awning has a welded seam on the fabric that may separate, potentially allowing the awning to drop beyond normal operation.

Risk. An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.

Fix. Forest River will replace the awnings, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 17, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at the following numbers: 1-574-862-1025 (Prime Time Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Sanibel, Tracer, and Ozark), 1-574-264-6664 (East to West Della Terra and Silver Lake ), 1-260-499-2100 (Cherokee), 1-574-642-8943 (Rockwood and Flagstaff), 1-574- 642-3119 Option 2 (IBEX & RPOD), 1-574-534-3167 (Salem & Wildwood), 1-574-534-4574 (Sierra & Sandpiper). Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1532. This recall has been superseded by NHTSA recall 22V-556.

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer:lpg Systems:lines And Fittings22V243000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Coachmen Adrenaline, Apex, Catalina, Freedom Express, Spirit, East to West Alta, Della Terra, Silver Lake, Forest River Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Columbus, Flagstaff, Impression, Ozark, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandstorm, Shockwave, Stealth, Stealth Evo, Vengeance, Vibe, Wildwood, XLR Toyhauler, Palomino Puma, Prime Time Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Sanibel, Shasta Oasis, 2022 Coachmen Cross Trail, Prism, Forest River Aurora, Rainier, Wildcat, Work and Play, Prime Time Tracer, 2021-2023 Coachmen Leprechaun, and 2022-2023 Coachmen Freelander fifth wheel and travel trailer recreational vehicles. The quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system may be cracked, causing a gas leak.

Risk. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix. Dealers will replace the quick disconnect and perform a LP system check, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2022. Owners may contact the applicable customer service number for their vehicle model. Please see the recall report for the list of phone numbers.

Electrical System22V135000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022 Coachmen Catalina, Aurora, Apex, Freedom Express, Spirit, Work N Play, Forest River XLR Toy Hauler, Vengeance, Sabre, Cherokee, and Cardinal travel trailers and fifth wheels. The wire cord that connects to the back of the 50AMP shore power inlet may be loose.

Risk. Loose wires may contact each other and cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix. Dealers will replace the shore cord inlet, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2022. Owners may contact the following customer service numbers: Forest River 1-574-825-4995; Catalina & Aurora 1-574-825-8657; APEX 1-574-825-8205; Freedom Express & Work n Play 1-574-825-6302; Cardinal 1-574-296-7700; Cherokee and Vengeance 1-260-499-2100; Sabre 1-574-642-2100; and XLR 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1485.

Tires22V012000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022 Cherokee Toy Hauler vehicles. The Tire and Loading Information placard label may indicate incorrect rim information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 120, "Wheels and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars" and 567, "Certification."

Risk. The vehicle operator may install incorrect replacement tires that do not fix properly on the rim, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. Forest River will mail a replacement Tire and Loading Information placard, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 8, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 73-1457.

Equipment:other:labels21V877000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cherokee ACKT29TEBL travel trailers. The tire size and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the Federal Placard are incorrect, which could result in the vehicle being overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims" and 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Risk. An overloaded vehicle can lead to a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. Forest River will mail owners a new Federal Placard, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest Rivers number for this recall is 17A-1439.

2021 Forest River Cherokee recalls 3

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer:lpg Systems:lines And Fittings22V243000

Risk. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Electrical System20V654000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Cherokee recreational trailers. The shore cord inlet wiring insulation may not have been sufficiently stripped back, causing a poor connection with the set screw.

Risk. A poor electrical connection can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will remove the inlet, and rewire or replace the inlet completely if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 23, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 17D-1201.

Equipment:other:labels21V877000

Risk. An overloaded vehicle can lead to a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

2020 Forest River Cherokee recalls 7

Structure:frame And Members24V003000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020 Cherokee travel trailers. The draw bar locking mechanism may break, which can cause the front end of the trailer to contact the road.

Risk. A trailer that contacts the road during transit increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix. Dealers will replace the Ice Hose swing arm draw bars, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-4995. Forest River's number for this recall is 95-1705.

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer20V075000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Surveyor, NO BO, Cherokee, R. POD, Clipper, Viking, Independence, Puma and East to West trailers. The spare tire carrier U-bolts may fail allowing the spare tire carrier and spare tire detach from the vehicle.

Risk. If the spare tire carrier and spare tire detach from the vehicle while in motion, it can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace U-bolts, free of charge. The recall began March 20, 2020. Owners may contact Surveyor, NO BO, R. and POD customer service at 1-574-642-3119, Independence, Viking, and Clipper customer service at 1-269-467-4600, Puma customer service at -574-642-0606, East and West customer service at 1-574-264-6664 or Cherokee customer service at 1-877-426-5337. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1133.

Equipment:other:labels19V453000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Cherokee trailers, model CKT294BH. The Federal Placard states incorrect Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC) and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) information, which may result in the trailer being overloaded.

Risk. An operator may rely on the incorrect Placard information and overload the trailer causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. Forest River has notified owners, providing replacement placards that contain accurate Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Cargo Carrying Capacity information, free of charge. The recall began June 24, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-541-995-3447. Forest River's number for this recall is 64-1033.

Electrical System20V654000

Risk. A poor electrical connection can increase the risk of a fire.

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer19V785000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020 Cherokee Alpha Wolf Travel Trailers. The wire supplying the 12V power for the refrigerator may have been connected incorrectly to the circuit breaker.

Risk. The incorrectly connected wire may not have overcurrent protection, allowing the wire to melt, increasing the risk of fire.

Fix. Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will correct the wiring, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 76-1109.

Electrical System:wiring19V668000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020 Cherokee trailers, models CKT16BF-D, CKT16BFH-D, CKT16GR-D and CKT16GRH-D. The protective paneling may not have been installed around the distribution panel, allowing the distribution panel wiring to be exposed in a storage compartment, which can lead to damage to the panel and wiring.

Risk. Damaged distribution panel wiring can increase the risk of electrical shock or fire.

Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a divider in the storage compartment to ensure the distribution panel wiring is protected, free of charge. The recall began October 9, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 17D-1089.

Trailer Hitches19V844000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Cascade and Cherokee travel trailers. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the vehicle exceeds the GVWR of the trailer hitch coupler, potentially resulting in the coupler failing and the trailer detaching.

Risk. A trailer that detaches from the tow vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix. Forest River will notify owners and dealers will replace the coupler, free of charge. The recall began February 17, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100 or 1-541-995-3447. Forest River's number for this recall is 64-1114.

2019 Forest River Cherokee recalls 6

Equipment:other:labels19V085000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Cherokee recreational trailers. The Federal Placards indicate incorrect tire size information of ST205/75R15, when the vehicles are actually equipped with ST225/75R15 tires. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims." Additionally, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Risk. The incorrect information may cause an operator to install a tire that is insufficient for the vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.

Fix. Forest River has notified owners and sent them a new Federal Placard that has correct tire size information, free of charge. The recall began February 25, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-541-644-8072, extension 4022. Forest River's number for this recall is 64-0948.

Equipment:other:labels19V453000

Risk. An operator may rely on the incorrect Placard information and overload the trailer causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Equipment:other:labels19V355000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Cherokee ACKT39CL and ACKT39RL travel trailers. The Federal Placard may have incorrect axle rating, cargo carrying capacity, and tire/wheel combination information.

Risk. Due to the incorrect Federal Placard, an operator may overload the vehicle, which may decrease vehicle stability and increase the risk of crash.

Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will provide replacement placards that contain the accurate information, free of charge. The recall began May 28, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 17A-1012.

Electrical System20V654000

Risk. A poor electrical connection can increase the risk of a fire.

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer18V752000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Cherokee Alpha Wolf and 2019 Cherokee Arctic Wolf recreational trailers. The awnings may have been mounted with fasteners that are insufficient in length and/or quantity, possibly resulting in the awning arm detaching from the wall.

Risk. If the awning arm detaches, it can increase the risk of injury or a crash.

Fix. Forest River will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace with the correct fastener, free of charge. The recall began November 27, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 75-0867.

Trailer Hitches19V844000

Risk. A trailer that detaches from the tow vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

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Electrical System:wiring17V838000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Cascade and Cherokee recreational trailers. The trailer wiring may have been improperly routed, allowing the wires to be pinched between the chassis and the vehicle body.

Risk. Pinched wires may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trailers, rerouting the wires, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-541-644-8072. Forest River's number for this recall is 64-0456.

Exterior Lighting18V066000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Cherokee recreational trailers. The amber side marker lights are not located as far to the front as feasible on the vehicle. Additionally, the vehicles may also be missing the intermediate side reflex reflectors located at, or near, the midpoint of the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk. If the marker lights are in the wrong location or if the reflectors are missing, it can reduce the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install amber side marker lights as far forward as feasible, and mount side marker reflectors, free of charge. The recall began on February 16, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 75-0613.

Electrical System:wiring18V034000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Forest River Cherokee travel trailers. On the affected trailers, a 14 gauge and a 12 gauge neutral wire for the 110V Air Conditioning were connected to the same lug in the 120V panel neutral bus bar.

Risk. If both wires were connected to same lug, the smaller wire may overheat and fail due to trying to handle a higher load, thereby increasing the risk of an electrical fire.

Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the subject wire to another 14 gauge terminal, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 17A-0609.

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer18V186000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Forest River Cherokee recreational trailers, models CCKT16BF, CCKT16BHS, CCKT16FQ, CCKT16GR, CCKT16GRH, CCKT17RP and CCKT18TO. These vehicles are equipped with Norcold N306 mini refrigerators that may have a loose or missing propane gas valve test port screw, allowing propane to leak out when the refrigerator is used in 'gas' mode.

Risk. A propane leak increases the risk of a fire.

Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and Norcold dealers will install and tighten the gas valve port screw, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 19, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100, or Norcold customer service at 1-800-543-1219. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0687.

Equipment17V756000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2003-2018 Forest River Berkshire, Charleston, Rockport, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Riverstone, Salem, Sandpiper, Sierra, Vengeance, Wildcat, Wildwood, XLR Boost, Cargo Mate, Continental Cargo, motorhomes, recreational trailers, toyhaulers, cargo trailers and restroom trailers and 2009-2018 Coachmen Mirada, Pursuit, Concord, Leprechaun, Freelander, Orion and Prism motorhomes, 2009-2017 Coachmen Apex and Catalina recreational trailers, and 2013-2017 Shasta Oasis and Revere recreational trailers, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Fix. Forest River will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on December 27, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0544.

Equipment:other:labels19V355000

Risk. Due to the incorrect Federal Placard, an operator may overload the vehicle, which may decrease vehicle stability and increase the risk of crash.

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer18V752000

Risk. If the awning arm detaches, it can increase the risk of injury or a crash.

Trailer Hitches19V844000

Risk. A trailer that detaches from the tow vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

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Electrical System:wiring17V838000

Risk. Pinched wires may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Electrical System:wiring18V034000

Risk. If both wires were connected to same lug, the smaller wire may overheat and fail due to trying to handle a higher load, thereby increasing the risk of an electrical fire.

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer18V186000

Risk. A propane leak increases the risk of a fire.

Equipment17V756000

Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Equipment:other:labels17V171000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Cherokee recreational trailers, model ORCKT244JR-64. The Federal Placard has incorrect tire and rim size information, indicating ST205/75R15C tires with 50 PSI and a rim size of 15X5.5JJ, when the actual combination is ST205/75R14C tires with 50 PSI and a rim size of 14X5.5JJ. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Risk. The incorrect tire information can cause the operator to install the wrong size of replacement tires, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-541-995-3447. Forest River's number for this recall is 64-03082017-0339.

Tires16V579000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Cherokee recreational trailers, models CCKT16BHS, CCKT16FQ and CCKT17CJ, manufactured April 15, 2016, to July 28, 2016. The affected vehicles may have insufficient clearance between the bottom of the trailer and the top of the tire and, during use, the tire may make contact, possibly damaging the tire.

Risk. A damaged tire may unexpectedly deflate, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a bolt on lift kit, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-593-4005. Forest River's number for this recall is 17C-07292016-0234.

2016 Forest River Cherokee recalls 3

Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered Axle Assembly15V231000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Amera-Lite ATTX and WATTX, Forest River Cherokee, Cherokee Grey Wolf, Cherokee Wolf Pup, Salem, Salem Laminated, Salem Limited Edition, Vengeance, Wildwood, Wildwood Laminated, and Wildwood Limited Edition, Cargo Mate Blazer, E Series, E Series Wedge, Eliminator, and Qualifier, Continental Cargo Auto Master, Elite Series, Tailwind and Value Hauler, Coachmen Catalina and Freedom Express, Palomino Puma and US Cargo Patriot X, Phantom, Trail & Sport and Trail Master trailers manufactured March 1, 2015, to March 31, 2015. In the affected trailers, the studs that are used to attach the wheels to the axle hubs may break.

Risk. If the wheel studs break, the wheel could detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected wheel hub, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2015. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-453-6064. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-03312015-0025.

Electrical System:wiring17V838000

Risk. Pinched wires may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Equipment17V756000

Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

2015 Forest River Cherokee recalls 2

Electrical System:wiring17V838000

Risk. Pinched wires may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Equipment17V756000

Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

2014 Forest River Cherokee recalls 3

Equipment13V203000

What's wrong. Forest River is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Forest River models Blue Ridge, Cardinal, Cherokee, Columbus, EVO, Georgetown, Flagstaff, Forester, Lexington, Puma, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandpiper, Sandstorm, Sierra, Stealth, Sunseeker, Wildcat, Wildwood, Work and Play and XLR; Coachmen models Brookstone, Catalina, Chaparral, Concord, Encounter, Freedom Express, Freelander, Leprechaun, Mirada, Pursuit, and Sportcoach; Prime Time models Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Saniber, and Tracer; Palomino model Maverick Truck Camper; Cargo Mate model Eliminator and Shasta models Revere, Phoenix recreational vehicles manufactured from February 13, 2013, through April 18, 2013. Due to a design change in the power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.

Risk. If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.

Fix. Forest River will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with motors of a different design. The safety recall began on July 29, 2013. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-389-4600 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.

Equipment:other:labels15V650000

What's wrong. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cherokee recreational trailers, model T19V, manufactured February 18, 2013, to August 14, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the Federal placard displays incorrect vehicle information. The original placard indicates that the tires on the vehicle are ST225/75R15D and the axle indicates a 5,200 lbs. capacity. However, the vehicle was built with a 3,500 lbs. axle and ST205/75R15C tires, which results in a decrease in the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Risk. By relying on the incorrect Tire, Rim, GVWR and Cargo Carrying Capacity information indicated on the Federal Placards, an owner may unknowingly overload the vehicle, possibly resulting in tire or axle failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. Forest River will notify owners and provide a corrected, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2015. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-453-6064. Forest River's number for this campaign is 17A-10082015-0094.

Equipment17V756000

Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

2013 Forest River Cherokee recalls 3

Equipment13V203000

Equipment:other:labels15V650000

Equipment17V756000

Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

2012 Forest River Cherokee recalls 1

Equipment17V756000

Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

2011 Forest River Cherokee recalls 2

Equipment:other:labels17V237000

What's wrong. Forest River Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Cherokee recreational trailers. The Federal Placards on these vehicles incorrectly state a Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of 3,970 lbs., when the actual capacity is 3,500 lbs. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is also incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Risk. The incorrect information may result in a user unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of the crash.

Fix. Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Federal Placard with corrected one, free of charge. The recall began on May 31, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-260-593-4001 extension 17119. Forest River's number for this recall is 17-04042017-0367.

Equipment17V756000

Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

2010 Forest River Cherokee recalls 2

Equipment:other:labels17V237000

Risk. The incorrect information may result in a user unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of the crash.

Equipment17V756000

Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

2009 Forest River Cherokee recalls 2

Equipment:other:labels17V237000

Risk. The incorrect information may result in a user unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of the crash.

Equipment17V756000

Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

2008 Forest River Cherokee recalls 2

Equipment:other:labels17V237000

Risk. The incorrect information may result in a user unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of the crash.

Equipment17V756000

Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

2007 Forest River Cherokee recalls 2

Equipment:other:labels17V237000

Risk. The incorrect information may result in a user unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of the crash.

Equipment17V756000

Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

2006 Forest River Cherokee recalls 2

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer08V346000

What's wrong. Forest river is recalling certain my 2003-2006 motor homes, fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) is present.

Risk. If this solution is exposed to an ignition source under certain specific circumstances, it can result in a vehicle fire.

Fix. Forest river is working with dometic to repair these refrigerators (please see 08e032). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist the owner in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or forest river at 1-574-389-4600.

Equipment17V756000

Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

2005 Forest River Cherokee recalls 2

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer08V346000

Risk. If this solution is exposed to an ignition source under certain specific circumstances, it can result in a vehicle fire.

Equipment17V756000

Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

2004 Forest River Cherokee recalls 2

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer08V346000

Risk. If this solution is exposed to an ignition source under certain specific circumstances, it can result in a vehicle fire.

Equipment17V756000

Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

2003 Forest River Cherokee recalls 3

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer07V085000

What's wrong. Certain recreational vehicles equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) is present.

Risk. Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.

Fix. Forest river will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist you in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or forest river at 1-574-389-4600,

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer08V346000

Risk. If this solution is exposed to an ignition source under certain specific circumstances, it can result in a vehicle fire.

Equipment17V756000

Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

2002 Forest River Cherokee recalls 1

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer07V085000

Risk. Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.

2001 Forest River Cherokee recalls 1

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer07V085000

Risk. Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.

2000 Forest River Cherokee recalls 1

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer07V085000

Risk. Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.

1999 Forest River Cherokee recalls 1

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer07V085000

Risk. Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.

1998 Forest River Cherokee recalls 1

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer07V085000

Risk. Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.

1997 Forest River Cherokee recalls 1

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer07V085000

Risk. Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.

Best and worst years for the Forest River Cherokee

Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 30 tracked years, the worst years are 2021, 2022, 2020 and the best (fewest complaints) are 1997, 1998, 2001.

ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.

Year	Owner complaints	Top issue	Verdict
1997 Cherokee	0	—	Best
1998 Cherokee	0	—	Best
1999 Cherokee	1	Equipment	Average
2000 Cherokee	2	Tires	Average
2001 Cherokee	0	—	Best
2002 Cherokee	0	—	Average
2003 Cherokee	1	Equipment	Average
2004 Cherokee	1	Equipment	Average
2005 Cherokee	2	Electrical System	Average
2006 Cherokee	5	Tires	Average
2007 Cherokee	0	—	Average
2008 Cherokee	1	Structure	Average
2009 Cherokee	1	Power Train	Average
2010 Cherokee	1	Suspension	Average
2011 Cherokee	0	—	Average
2012 Cherokee	2	Suspension	Average
2013 Cherokee	2	Suspension	Average
2014 Cherokee	5	Tires	Average
2015 Cherokee	6	Structure	Average
2016 Cherokee	3	Structure	Average
2017 Cherokee	11	Suspension	Average
2018 Cherokee	14	Wheels	Average
2019 Cherokee	9	Tires	Average
2020 Cherokee	14	Structure	Avoid
2021 Cherokee	48	Tires	Avoid
2022 Cherokee	22	Equipment	Avoid
2023 Cherokee	3	Tires	Average
2024 Cherokee	1	Equipment	Average
2025 Cherokee	0	—	Average
2026 Cherokee	0	—	Average

What are the most common Forest River Cherokee problems?

The most-reported Forest River Cherokee problems are Tires (43 reports), Engine (1 reports) and Wheels (18 reports) — out of 155 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:

involved a crash

involved a fire

injuries reported

deaths reported

Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:

Tires 28% 43 Read

2021 Cherokee

Tl* the contact owns a 2021 forest river cherokee equipped with tire brand: castlerock tires, tire line: st226, tire size: 225/75/r15, dot # jult1nt. The contact stated that the rear driver's side tire blew out while the vehicle was travelling down the highway at 65 mph. The contact tried to slow down by applying the brakes and the trailer started to swerve.the contact saw white smoke in his rear view mirror but was finally able to pull the trailer off the road , ease up on the brakes and came to a gradual stop. The contact was able to change the tire and took it to a tire store. They noticed the other tires were all wearing down the center tread and would eventually blow out as well. The contact had the one tire replaced at the tire shop. The trailer dealer camping world of poteau 34203 us-59, poteau, ok 74953 (877) 886-6503 gave the contact the tire warranty agreement to get the tire expense reimbursed. The other three tires were not covered for replacement. The rv manufacturer just provided a questioner for the contact and promised a callback. The other three tires had not been replaced. The failure mileage on the rv vehicle was 870. The tire failure mileage was 1,000.

2023 Cherokee

Driver's side rear: Blew out while at Shaw RV while they were moving it between lots. When I went to pick up the trailer on August 28th, I saw the blown out tire on the spare rack and the spare mounted in its place. Picture below shows the tire blown out. This tire was replaced at Discount Tire in Wake Forest, NC. Passenger side front: We were traveling and arrived at the RV park on Sunday, [XXX]. While placing the chock, I spotted steel belt material visible (picture below). I changed the tire. Monday,[XXX] I drove to get a replacement. Passenger side rear: After mounting the new tire, I decided to check the other two tires. I noticed a bubble forming on the passenger side rear tire. I removed that and the driver's side rear tire and took them to be replaced, also on [XXX]. (no pictures of those two). The three tires were replaced at Discount Tire in Alcoa, TN. While there was no blowout, it would not have been too many more miles before there would have been one, which would have been at highway speeds. All tires were properly inflated and I do have a TPMS system installed. No alerts were displayed. I was not there for the first tire failure. My practice is to drive at no more than 60 mph with occasional speeds of no more than 65 mph on downhill stretches so speed should not have been an issue. There was no road hazard damage. I purchased Goodyear Endurance tires to replace the Castle Rock tires except for the spare. It will be replaced soon, before our next trip. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

2022 Cherokee

Castle Rock brand spare tire exploded. Camper was parked. It was on the spare carrier, has always been covered to protect it from the sun. I has never been on the ground.

2022 Cherokee

When doing a walk around I found a very large bubble on the sidewall facing under the trailer. If it contacted the leaf springs, it was only 1" away, it would have blown. The tire is a Castle Rock ST235/80R/E. I have a TPMS system that I monitor all the time all the tires were within compliance when I found the problem, 85 psi to 90 psi. There was no damage we installed the spare and took our time heading home, less than a two-hour trip. I went to a tire shop and had all five tires replaced. While replacing the tires the mechanics found another bubble on the side wall facing inside on another tire same make and size. I had all the tires inspected by the tire road service company. The only warning I had was the visual inspection, looking under the trailer. If one of these tires exploded there could have been a major crash since they are on a Firth Wheel Toy Hauler and a possibility of someone getting severely hurt or killed. There are numerous complaints on social media. I don't understand how our government can allow this manufacturer to continue making these defective tires.

2022 Cherokee

We bought our travel trailer brand new and took it on a trip. After 8 days of traveling, the Castle Rock tire ST 205-75-R14 and D105/101L experienced a catastrophic blowout with our young children inside the tow vehicle. The tire immediately disintegrated, causing damage to our trailer but also creating road hazards for fellow travelers on the highway. We immediately pulled to the shoulder, but there was nothing left of the tire. I am a member of a Forest River owner’s group on Facebook, and there are literally dozens of other people who have also experienced catastrophic failures on Castle Rock tires, since they come stock from Forest River. They are unsafe.

2021 Cherokee

Tire exploded during highway use creating a hazard to everyone near by. This is the second time this brand exploded on this trailer, same brand, same tire, different batches. There also also hundreds of complaints online on these tires. Pressure was checked that same morning and was not used above 75mph

2021 Cherokee

Tire size was ST 205 / 75 R 15. This tire experienced a significant belt separation failure that I fortunately noticed before departing our campsite. While doing a walk around inspection before departure, I noticed a severe tread deformity in the front passenger side tire on our camper. The tires were cold and the ambient air temperature was in the low 60's. Before removing the tire and wheel from the trailer, I checked the tire pressure on all 4 tires, and all were within 2 psi of the recommended 65 psi cold pressure, including the failing tire. I removed the wheel and tire assembly and deflated it for safety, and then took it to a local tires shop to replace the tire. They diagnosed it as belt separation and further stated that it would have likely failed with a blowout within a few miles if I hadn't caught it. The tire had an estimated 15,000 miles on it at the time, but had been professionally repaired for a screw puncture approximately 7,000 miles earlier.

2021 Cherokee

ST 225/75R15 One driver side tire blew in May/2025 which caused extensive damage to the RV floor and sidewall. I replaced and did not file a claim. My family was in the tow vehicle when the blowout occurred. Debris was thrown across the highway and I had no room on the side of the highway to change the tire. Police called. Yesterday July 14/2025, the spare tire blew up all on its own while at a campground. It was on the back of the camper not being used. The spare tire cover was destroyed. Neighbors thought a propane tank exploded. Anybody walking by could have been seriously injured. I did a search and found a recall for these tires.

2021 Cherokee

Had for approximately 3 years. Spare tire never on ground but suddenly bulging.

2021 Cherokee

Camped all weekend, and started to return home. Merged onto highway 10 miles from campground, and 2.5 miles onto the highway at 65 mph, passenger side front tire blew the tread off and split tire from bead to bead perpendicular to tread. Tires were at 80psi before trip. ST225/75r15

Structure 21% 32 Read

2022 Cherokee

There is a bracket that welds to the frame and supports the crank for the ice house and the entire weight of the RV. there are some very questionable welds on the brackets that looks like they were blown through the metal so now that bracket is bent and unlevel and digging into the side of the fish house causing the diamond plate in the wheel house to come off and expose the insulation.

2022 Cherokee

One of the frameless windows detached and flew off the vehicle while driving on the interstate. The window is held by adhesive bond on a hinged upper and fixed lower attachment bar. Upon inspection, the adhesive bond holding the window to the lower bar failed completely, causing the window to flap freely on the hinged upper bar. At highway speeds, this rapidly caused the window to hinge upwards and shatter into multiple pieces against the side of the vehicle, and large pieces of glass fell from the RV potentially putting others in danger. This exact component (Hehr/Lippert 3000 series frameless windows) has been recalled for previous year models for the same adhesive bond failure. Clear Vision window -JPH

2022 Cherokee

Broken welds on Frame, Axle supports, and body support brackets broken & weld failure

2022 Cherokee

The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Cherokee. The contact stated that all three slides of the RV extended independently. While attempting to return the slide into place, the contact was unable to retract the slide. Additionally, the contact stated that the failure prevented him from having the RV taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V243000 (Equipment). The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that they would send a mechanic to his location to repair the failure. However, the dealer failed to provide further assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75.

2021 Cherokee

The contact owns a 2021 Forest River Cherokee Toy Hauler. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the frame was flexing at the RV pin box location. The contact stated that while unhitching the trailer, the contact noticed that there was weld separation on the left and right sides of the tow hitch outer frame. Additionally, the contact stated that the cargo door holding the propane tank was opening unintendedly while driving. The trailer was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with spring damage, and the contact was informed that the cargo door that held the propane tank was opening unintendedly because the frame was flexing at the RV pin box location. The Lippert manufacturer that installed the frame was contacted and advised the contact to send pictures of the failure. The manufacturer, Forest River, was notified of the failure and advised the contact to apply gel in the weld gaps. The trailer was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.

2021 Cherokee

The slide mechanism and gear rack are out of spec per their manufacturer of the component (schwintek inverted gear rack). On my unit the “shoe” part of the rack has failed (possibly because of improper installation) and I am afraid that if the slide is not secured by the gear rack that it could slip out while the vehicle is in motion. Lippert does have a TSB for this, but apparently doesn’t apply to my date range. Lippert TSB is 146-001-2022. Forest river tells me “this can happen over time from usage.” Lippert (schwintek mfg) says: “The concern appears to stem from an out-of-spec installation. We recommend reaching out to the coach manufacturer, as they may participate in resolving the issue” Neither company appear to be concerned for safety

2021 Cherokee

Front entry door opens while driving down the road. I have started deadbolt locking it. Lucky the hand rail folded in has caught the door from swinging out. Still could be dangerous for other drivers if something inside falls out of the RV.

2021 Cherokee

Noticed interior night stand and paneling buckled. Upon inspection, found multiple welds on frame and hitch area that had separated due to poorly performed welds. Contacted both Forest River and Lippert. Neither were interested in this safety concern. The failures of these welds will result in this RV detaching from tow vehicle if not identified soon enough. Mine was very close to this!

2021 Cherokee

We have had our travel trailer for about 1 year and have had it in for service to the bedroom door as we noted it was sticking. This weekend the bedroom door failed. The frame of the door itself came away from the door making it difficult to open. At the same time the other entry door was stuck shut. My wife was unable to open the door. I was able to open it with great difficulty. The door side of the trailer was in direct afternoon sunlight it it appeared to have swollen and jammed itself in the doorway. It did not resolve itself until the outside temperature dropped and we ran the air-conditioning inside the trailer. If my wife would have been inside alone and would have needed to escape the trailer should would not have been able to. In researching forums and forest river related Facebook groups this appears to be a common issue.

2021 Cherokee

Mounting nuts from body to frame are loose after only 2 years of use.

Suspension 15% 23 Read

2017 Cherokee

Leaf spring fractured and failed twice on the same side of RV following NTHSA mandated recall repair 16V579, and safety modification kit part# 425750. This time the leaf spring failure caused the tire to rub the wheel well and create enough friction to start the interior wheel well carpeting and a garment bag on there to ignite and smolder filling the interior cabin with smoke. Contacted manufacturer Forest River regarding this issue and to obtain information including torque settings and recall kit spacer dimensions on their installed recall modification kit. After not hearing back from Andrew at Forest River- Cherokee customer service for a week regarding (claim reference # [XXX]) I contacted him again and he claimed to have no resolution/answers for me. Following that telephone conversation , It has been well over 2 weeks and he has not responded back to my request regarding the NHTSA safety recall kit issues. If my personal safety is at risk while pulling this travel trailer I would like to know about it. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

2017 Cherokee

While driving on a straight, smooth road at approximately 30 mph, the trailer axle suddenly broke free, causing the trailer to flip onto its side. The trailer appears to be a total loss. The towing vehicle was damaged slightly. As far as i can tell, the ride side leaf spring broke, causing the axle to break free. The axle tube bent and broke completely near the left side leaf spring. There was no indication of an issue prior to this. The trailer was riding level and not pulling or jerking the towing vehicle prior to the spontaneous, catastrophic failure.

2022 Cherokee

The Frame which connect the Main Beams of Frame to the Axle had the welds brake and frame twist not allowing the suspension to connect to the frame. Talked with manufacturer and in their words "You are not the only one dealing with this issue on this model"

2022 Cherokee

Broken welds on Frame, Axle supports, and body support brackets broken & weld failure

2021 Cherokee

When I bought this camper I paid extra for an extensive warranty including the tires. On a recent trip I blew a tire on the trailer and contacted the warranty company. Was instructed to take the trailer and tire to an authorized service center. Upon doing so the service center notified me that the axles were bent because they were insufficient for the size of the trailer. The gentleman I spoke with said that regardless of what the tags read on the camper the axles were not sufficient for the load rating listed on the tag inside the camper. Thus they put excessive strain on the tires and one blew while I was traveling on the highway. He told me another one was ready to blow out. I reached out to the RV dealership where I bought the trailer and they referred me to the trailer manufacturer who denied any responsibility and claimed that the axles were sufficient for that trailer. This is a recurring issue with these travel trailers as I have friends who have the same models and one has already had to replace his axles because they bent and a tire blew out and damaged the side of his camper and the other one changed his tires and springs to help offset the weight issue. I even reached out to the axle manufacturer who supplied these components to the RV company and all they provided was this measurements I needed to order new axles. All I wanted from the RV manufacturer was even a pittance of an offer to help me with this issue but all they did was claim that all the parts were good and they weren't responsible. I have ordered new heavier duty axles and larger tires to accommodate the weight. As I stated the RV repair center that is working on my trailer said the axles were insufficient and the tires were actually too small for a trailer that size. Apparently the only way an RV company will do the right thing is if they are threatened with a lawsuit. Forest River has already been implicated in a lawsuit for other issues. So they are aware that they have issues!

2021 Cherokee

No current incidents that I'm aware of. Landing gear on the 5th wheel isn't designed for this heavy trailer. There is a potential for someone to be seriously hurt, or killed if they have to resort to using bottle Jack's to lift trailer. Also the suspension is very weak, and i believe could break, and cause a major accident...

2021 Cherokee

The contact owns a 2021 Forest River Cherokee RV. The contact stated that as the tires of the RV were frequently flat, the RV was taken to the dealer to determine the cause of the failure. The dealer diagnosed that one of the axles was bent due to the overloading of the RV. The contact stated that the dealer did not provide any further information on the axle that had failed. The contact stated that the load capacity of the two axles was 7,000 pounds, 3,500 pounds each. The contact stated that the load capacity of the RV was 7,934 pounds with a dry weight or unloaded weight of 5,960 pounds, which allowed him to load a maximum of 1,974 pounds per the manufacturer's instructions; however, the contact had never exceeded the maximum of 1,974 pounds when loading the RV even though the manufacturer’s sticker indicated not to overload the camper with more than 1,500 pounds. The contact had been trying to reach the manufacturer and was awaiting a callback. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 1,900.

2021 Cherokee

The contact owns a 2021 Forest River Cherokee Travel trailer. The contact stated that while the travel trailer was parked at a park, the contact performed an inspection and noticed a metal bar had fractured and detached from the rear passenger's side shock. A park host informed the contact that she could not drive the travel trailer on the highway. The travel trailer was towed to the dealer and diagnosed that the shocks were too small to handle the weight of the travel trailer. The travel trailer was not repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the shocks were adequate for the weight of the travel trailer.

2021 Cherokee

On my 2021 Forest River Cherokee Wolf Pup 16TS, I observed on the passenger side frame where the wheel is that at some point the axle/leaf spring components came in contact (perhaps many times) with the frame of the trailer. This had made a noticeable dent in the frame. The trailer was not heavily loaded and within GVAWR, GVWR, & CCC limits. From my observations, had I not already changed out the brake assembly's after discovering a failed component inside them, it is clear that the axle collision would have severed the electric brake cables resulting in the trailer brakes being unable to respond and/or failing altogether. My personal assessment of this is that the combination of the 3500lb rated axle as well as the capacity of the leaf springs on these trailers is not sufficient enough to account for allowed cargo weight, plus standard road conditions to avoid having the axle come in contact with the frame above it.

2021 Cherokee

Trailer was built with the dry weight of 3,527 pounds. Factory installed an axle and suspension that is rated at 3,500 pounds. I'm concerned that this will be unsafe to operate on the roadway as the components wear. Currently the leaf springs are almost completely flat without any extra load in the trailer.

Equipment 12% 18 Read

2022 Cherokee

The contact owned a 2022 Forest River Cherokee Wolf Pack RV. The contact stated that the battery of the RV was frequently drained by the refrigerator. The contact stated the generator of the RV was turned on, and while the Xbox of the contact's son, the refrigerator and other devices were plugged in, the contact noticed an abnormal burning odor. The contact exited the RV and noticed that the pizza box in front of the generator had caught on fire. The contact ran to the cargo residence that was 20 ft. away and informed her children that a fire had started. The contact stated that upon returning with a fire extinguisher to extinguish the fire, the contact noticed that the fire had extended to the fiberglass in front of the RV, and the front of the RV had caught on fire. The contact advised her children to run because the fire had extended to the propane tank, and the RV was about to explode. The contact and her children ran as far away as they could, and the contact heard explosions coming from the RV. The contact stated that the entire RV caught on fire. The fire extended and burned the contact's cargo residence that was located 20 ft. away. The fire burned and killed the contact's cats. The contact's convertible vehicle, boat, two four-wheeler UTVs, the truck of contact's son's truck, and a golf cart either melted or sustained heat damage due to the fire. The contact stated that storages located 40 ft. away from the RV and containing furniture, appliances, and clothes were damaged. The fire was extinguished by the fire department, and a fire department report was filed. It was unknown whether a police report was filed. There was no physical injury sustained, but the contact and her children sustained mental and emotional trauma. The RV was a total loss and remained at the scene. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 700.

2018 Cherokee

Tl* the contact owns a 2018 forest river cherokee. The contact stated that the trailer was hitched to a chevrolet silverado. While reversing, the contact noticed an abnormal odor and saw smoke and flames coming from the front compartment of the trailer. A police report was filed. The fire department extinguished the fire. There were no injuries sustained. The trailer was towed to an unknown dealer and the contact was informed that the failure was a safety issue; however, the dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of the fire. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The vin was not available. There was no mileage. *tt *tr

2006 Cherokee

Travel trailer parked at rv campsite. During morning hours, refrigerator caught fire behind unit during normal use. Occupants smelled smoke and called fire department. Before fire was contained, enough damage was done to total travel trailer. Refrigerator is located by door on unit. If this had happened while occupants were asleep, injuries or death could have occurred. When filing claim with insurance company, we found that the refrigerator had been recalled by dometic. No recall notice had ever been received from dometic or the dealer (funtime rv). Travel trailer is a total loss and even though damages are covered, if this had occurred at a different time or location, the results could have been catastrophic. *tr

2004 Cherokee

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 forest river cherokee trailer. The vehicle has a dometic refrigerator, model rm2652. The contact stated that the trailer caught fire. All that remained from the fire was the steel frame. An investigation was underway, but a representative from the state police department stated that the fire seemed to originate in the refrigerator area. A police report was filed. Through online research, the contact discovered nhtsa campaign id number 08v346000. He left a message with the manufacturer concerning the issue. The part number and purchase date were unknown.

2024 Cherokee

The contact owns a 2024 Forest River Cherokee RV. The contact stated while the RV was parked, the contact discovered water leaking from the bottom of the RV. No warning lights were illuminated. The RV was taken to a dealer; however, the cause of the failure was undetermined. The RV was taken back to the residence and the contact self-diagnosed the RV and discovered that the main waterline needed to be replaced. The RV was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

2023 Cherokee

The contact owns a 2023 Forest River Cedar Creek. The contact stated that while the oven was in use, the glass exploded, and shards of glass struck her on the legs. The RV had not yet been taken to an independent mechanic or a local dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 800. The VIN was not available.

2022 Cherokee

slide out was activated but only left hand side moved right side was bound up. The guide came apart on the right side h column and completely bound it up. It took 3 people to assist me at the campsite to force the one side back in so I could get it home without obstructing traffic. This was an end of season purchase we only used the camper on 1 trip, I calculated that we have used the slide out on this new RV a total of 13 times always following the instruction on opening and closing it. That seems like very low usage for wear and tear to be a factor. Additionally this slide out system was recalled on similar 2022 RVs for this exact issue. The recall need to be expanded to all manufacturers that these defective parts were installed. This is a parts quality issue and lippert is aware of it. I was told that it was not covered and paid to have this fixed myself, while trying to address this issue with lippert they told me they need a sticker off the old part, when I picked up the unit the service department told me they did not keep the old parts. Lippert has told me I’m out of luck because of that. Please consider investigating just how many units and consumer were truly affected due to lipperts negligence.

2022 Cherokee

The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Cherokee. The contact stated that while extending the awning, the canvas separated from the RV. The contact stated that the failure caused the awning to fully extend abruptly and almost strike him. The contact stated that the awning could no longer be closed. The RV was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and the contact was informed that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V556000 (Equipment); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the dealer sent a diagnostic report to the manufacturer but had not received a response from the manufacturer. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100. Parts distribution disconnect.

2022 Cherokee

The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Freedom Express. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V243000 (Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted but failed to return the call. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer contacted the dealer and provided the dealer with instructions on how to order the parts for recall repair; however, the dealer had not called back. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Wheels 12% 18 Read

2022 Cherokee

Castle Rock brand spare tire exploded. Camper was parked. It was on the spare carrier, has always been covered to protect it from the sun. I has never been on the ground.

2022 Cherokee

Forest river is putting under rated tires on rv’s causing tires to blow out I purchased a rv and it came with tires only rated for 5,200 lbs. my trailer weighs 5400 empty and has a gross weight of 7500 lbs and I’ve heard of numerous blowouts of the tires

2022 Cherokee

My wife and I bought a 2022 Forest River Cherokee Wolfpack 325 for $70K in MARCH about 5 hours from our home. Not even 3 hours later, driving home down the interstate the left rear tire, hub, and everything came flying off down the interstate. FOREST RIVER RVs ARE UNSAFE! Luckily the tire did not hit anyone. We called the dealership we bought it from and they said to have it towed back to them to be fixed or we could take it to another Forest River vendor to be replaced under warranty. We decided to drive it about 60 miles on 3 tires to a Camping World for repairs. 3 days later Camping World had an opening for the RV to be inspected. The technician said one of the tires did not have a cotter pin installed and that more than likely the tire that came off did not have one either. The technician said we were extremely lucky the other tire did not fall off.This is unacceptable. Forest River needs to inspect their RV's more carefully before saling them to vendors. We could have crashed, the tire could have hit another car, or worse someone may have even died. The CEO of the vendor we purchased from personally called us not even an hour after the incident to make sure we were ok and gave us his personal number if we needed anything. He also said to call him when we made it safely to our destination to make sure we got home ok. Forest River never reached out to make sure we were ok, to apologize, or to even understand how the tire came off from our point of view. After several weeks of not hearing an update, I called Camping World and they said Forest River had them rewrite the warranty 3 times. After reaching out to Forest River for another week, I finally had a 3 way call with Forest River and Camping World to get the Warranty squared away. AFTER 5 WEEKS!!!! and multiple calls to Camping World and Forest River, Forest River finally approved the warranty and Camping World ordered the parts. ONLY 2 PARTS ARRIVED at Camping World. Camping World said they did not know where

2021 Cherokee

The aluminum wheels being used on the forest river cherokee built travel trailers are defective. The wheels have pin holes which allow air to escape and can cause an out of control condition at highway speeds. Air slowly leaks out of the tires while you are driving at highway speeds. The wheels have a casting of dot-t made in china by sr wheels.

2020 Cherokee

Axle is bent and leaf springs are broken, since new. Every door as well as slides are off and don't close. When driving down the road it tows crooked and is a danger to the road.

2019 Cherokee

While towing my rv at 50 mph i heard a loud bang. My tire pressure monitor sounded an alarm. I pull over to the side of the road and stop. I only traveled about 10 miles on this trip before getting the blow out.*dt*jb

2018 Cherokee

On June 12, 2022 my husband and I were towing our 5th wheel on 99W in Salem/KeizerOregon about 4pm when a car on our left waved us down saying that we had a wobbly tire on the passenger side of the 5th wheel. We got off onto Cherry Lane and pulled over to inspect and could not readily determine the problem. We went to our final destination for the night Keizer Elks which was a mile down the road. It appeared the core of the rim had separated from the rest of the rim. We had Les Schwab a local tire service come over to our 5th wheel the next morning and the repair tech had never seen this before. Tire was replaced and put on a new rim. The original rim is not welded all the way around. Just spot welded. If this had broke when we were traveling at normal highway speed this would of been far more dangerous than a blowout. This needs be reported.

2018 Cherokee

Two tire trailers blew up going down the interstate from a camping trip. First tire blew apart after leaving the camp site around 15 mins down the road. 2nd tire blew when we were standing still replacing the other tire. This is a single axle trailer with two tires. 205-75-r14 castle rock with 65psi and less than 2,000 miles. Tires were on trailer for just over 2 years.

2018 Cherokee

Had castle rock tire st225/75r15, this past weekend 7/17/20, while driving on i40, the first 5 mile the first tire exploded, 38 mile further down the road another tire exploded. Then when parked at the home the spare tire exploded and it was just laying in the bed of my truck. I have removed and replaced all for of the tire from my rv. I didn't keep the other two tire as proof.*dt*jb

Electrical System 10% 16 Read

2006 Cherokee

The RV had electrical issues that led to a fire.

2022 Cherokee

2021 Cherokee

The electric fireplace in our RV caught on fire. A visible flame was seen behind the fireplace glass near the thermostat display on the right side of the fireplace. Visible smoke and burning smell observed from the upper right vents above the control panel buttons. The fireplace unit itself had an audible alarm, in addition to the RV smoke detectors that were triggered. We were inside the RV when this occurred, and once smoke and flame were observed, we immediately extinguished the fire by shutting off the master power breaker, and promptly removed the fireplace unit from the cabinet prior to any damage to the RV.

2021 Cherokee

On the morning of August 1st, 2022 we were notified by a neighbor of some damage on our 2021 Artic Wolf 5th wheel. After inspection it appeared that a small fire had occurred earlier in the morning- unknown time and it apparently was contained to the one compartment without spreading. The previous evening the camper was fine. The fire was contained to a specific compartment which housed the water hook-up, cable hook-ups and the motion light. This was reported to our insurance who did an inspection and determined that most likely it was an electrical issue and started with the motion light. Upon discovery of the issue the trailer was unplugged and battery was disconnected. We had gone camping the weekend before the fire happened. Unable to be "recreated". The insurance adjuster inspected it on 8/10/22. No concerns or issues the weekend before. We have been having issues with the light randomly staying on/not turning on etc.

2020 Cherokee

The contact owned a 2020 Forest River Cherokee. The contact stated that while inside the vehicle, while it was parked in the driveway, an abnormal chemical odor was emitting from the interior and exterior of the vehicle. In addition, afterward, a fuel-burning odor was emitted from the interior and exterior of the vehicle. The contact exited the vehicle and noticed black smoke emitting from the battery area. No warning lights were illuminated. The fire department was called and extinguished the fire. The fire department informed the contact that the fire may have started due to a failure of the solar connection. The front end of the vehicle was consumed by the fire. The insurance company was notified. However, no claim has been filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V654000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM).

2018 Cherokee

Rv began smoking from the exterior of the hvac unit. Per video recording fire fell from the ceiling igniting the mattress. The entire rv filled with smoke within minutes, and the entire top of rv was fully engulfed in flames. It burnt the entire rv, home and cars beside. It was purchased brand new june 2018. Fire occurred july 1, 2019. Forest river was notified july 2019. We were fortunate not to be in the rv when the fire occurred.. Had we been we would have not survived. The heat index was 98 degrees that day. The rv had a front and rear ac. Smoke exited the front master bedroom ac first, prior to windows and doors. Please prevent this from happening to others, and save their lives.*dt*dt*jb*jb

2018 Cherokee

Tl* the contact owns a 2018 forest river cherokee 325 pack 13. While attempting to park the camper, smoke was observed coming from the rear of the camper. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer (coastal rv, 21373 brewers neck blvd, carrollton, va 23314) where it was being diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired yet. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact filed a complaint. The failure mileage was approximately 300. *tt updated 7/27/18*jb

2022 Cherokee

Forest River Gray Wolf 2022, this is the third time that I have seen the same model Waaree solar controller fail on this model RV and start over charging customers batteries. This vehicle came in with its lead acid batteries over charged to 20.9 volts, identical to last time. Not sure if its widespread, but it seems to be problematic enough that I can see one fail three times in under a year.

2022 Cherokee

The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Cherokee travel trailer. The contact stated that the RV experienced an electrical system failure with the generator surging and was unable to hold a charge. The RV was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that there was a blockage in the electric line. The dealer performed a recall repair under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V243000 (Equipment) and repaired the RV. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The consumer stated that the RV continues to have electrical issues and remains at the dealer.

2021 Cherokee

The contact owns a 2021 Forest River Cherokee. The contact stated that he experienced several electrical failures with the trailer including a defective refrigerator. Upon investigation, the contact discovered that the wiring within the circuit breaker panel was not properly secured. Upon further investigation, the contact discovered that the propane wiring was crimped and not properly secured, which he stated could lead to a severe failure. The contact was able to repair the wiring failures himself. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that he would receive a call back. The contact had not received a response despite numerous attempts to reach the manufacturer by phone and email. The dealer was also notified of the failure and denied reimbursement to the contact for the repairs. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 2,000. Consumer stated where it says propane wiring it should say main propane supply line was crimped causing leakage. Issues with electrical and loss of power once in awhile, 12 volt line black unattached.

Service Brakes 3% 5 Read

2022 Cherokee

The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Grey Wolf 19SM travel trailer. The contact stated that while driving at 10 MPH, the brake safety switch inadvertently activated and a burning odor was detected. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the brakes were extremely hot and had melted the brake wiring. The RV was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.

2022 Cherokee

I bought a Forest River Gray Wolf 26DBHBL on April 4th 2022 from Camping World in Anthony, TX. Both of the back right brakes locked up on us 100 miles from home on only our second camping trip with the camper. When we took off and opened the brake drum, the brakes were broken apart. Springs were off and adjusting bolts were bent and stripped, among other parts that were broken off. There was almost no oil inside the drum cap. We checked the left side and the brakes were very loose. None of the brakes were ever adjusted. This could have caused a very bad accident at a high rate of speed as the brakes could have locked on us then. I bought a new camper thinking it was safe and worry free so that we could travel with my one year old. The camper is now back at the dealer we bought it from. There was no warning other than a loud noise coming from the brakes. The camper had to be towed without brakes to the dealer.

2021 Cherokee

The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150 used for hauling a 2021 Forest River Cherokee Wolf Pup travel trailer. The contact stated that while driving at 5 mph, the trailer disconnected warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over and inspected underneath the travel trailer and found that the brake line was fractured and had detached. The contact reattached the brake line with electrical tape however, the failure recurred. The contact noticed upon inspection that there were two brake lines that had fractured and were detached. The dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that it would be several months before the RV could be diagnose or repaired. The contact left a voicemail to notify the manufacturer of the failure and was awaiting a callback. The failure mileage was 7,000.

2021 Cherokee

While taking our first trip to the coast of nc from raleigh, i was driving down the road, and got a message on my dash saying to check trailer connections. We pulled over and checked, and the connector was seated, and everything seem to be working. When we got to the campground, i happened to be looking under the camper, and found the wires that feed the electric brakes were cut. They were pinched between the u-bolts on the axle and the frame. I had a mobile rv tech repair it so i could safely drive it home. If it happened on a trip to the mountains, it could have been a real problem. I found from forums and on facebook, we are not the only ones having the problem, and one person found his wires in the same place to have the same outcome (he said " mine was on the chopping block also) and he was going to fix the problem.

2020 Cherokee

I purchased a forest river wolf pup travel trailer july 2019. It was documented to have a 30 gal fresh water tank. After purchase i find out it has 20 gal fresh tank. The trailer weight label fixed to trailer states weight includes weight of 30 gal fresh water capacity. Based on the incorrect weight listed, i do not know actual weight of trailer making accurate loading impossible. This is a big safety issue. Contacted manufacture and they admit change in tank size but did not notify purchaser at time of sale. They state change made mid 2019. So, every wolf pup trailer sold after mid 2019 may have inaccurate weight labels. To me, it looks like they label trailer without in fact weighing as stated? I have towed trailer several times however i now don't feel safe towing until i find out actual weight. They should be responsible to weigh each trailer and update weight placard at their expense!*dt*jb*dt*as*dt*jb*dt*jb

Power Train 2% 3 Read

2021 Cherokee

I purchased a 2021 Cherokee Grey Wolf travel trailer in May of 2021. After pulling only twice I noticed that the unit side trekked when in tow towards the passenger side shifting the rear of the trailer approximately 6-8 inches toward the passenger side compared to the trailer's front body lines. I scheduled service for the unit at my locale Forest River Repair Shop where they identified that the 1 of the 2 axles were bent. This defect caused this unit to sway very dramatically at times when traveling down the road. It also increased the blind spot on the passenger side and increased tire wear due to the fact that the wheels were not in line with one another which could have resulted in premature tire failure if not noticed.

2009 Cherokee

2009 forest river wolf pack. Consumer writes in regards to axle capacity safety recall. *ld *js

2000 Cherokee

The front and rear axle on the left side are faulty causing the tire to lean in at the top and out at the bottom, this also causes tire wear, the dealership is aware of the problem.*akthe consumer believes the vehicle was delivered from the factory with this problem, the consumer now believes that the frame is bent since changing the axles did not correct the problem*nlm

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.

Forest River Cherokee specifications & dimensions

The 2026 Forest River Cherokee. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN.

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Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.

Forest River Cherokee cargo space, seating & interior room

How much the Cherokee holds — passengers and cargo. Seating, cargo and interior dimensions vary by trim and seat configuration — decode your VIN for the exact build.

Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim.

Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.

Forest River Cherokee tire size, oil type & owner specs

The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.

Wheels & tires

Wheel sizeby VIN

Tire sizeby VIN

Bolt patternby trim

Tire pressure32–36 PSI

Engine oil

Oil typeFull synthetic

Gradeon oil cap

Capacityby engine

Battery

Main battery12V · group by trim

Key-fob cellCR2032

Wiper blades

Front bladesby generation

Rear bladeif equipped

Fuses

Fuse boxeshood + dash

Diagramon box lid

Light bulbs

Headlightby trim

Tail / brakeby trim

Fogif equipped

Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.

What MPG does the Forest River Cherokee get?

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What engines does the Forest River Cherokee have? Power & range

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How much does a Forest River Cherokee cost to own?

A Forest River Cherokee depreciates at about an average rate. A typical example keeps roughly 46% of its value after five years — losing about 54% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.

80%

Value @ 1 yr

61%

Value @ 3 yrs

46%

Value @ 5 yrs

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Est. 5-yr fuel

Estimate resale value — enter what you paid (or the MSRP):

Age	Value retained	Est. resale value	Lost to depreciation
Year 1	80%	—	—
Year 2	70%	—	—
Year 3	61%	—	—
Year 4	53%	—	—
Year 5	46%	—	—

What goes into the five-year cost to own:

Depreciation — the biggest cost: this Cherokee loses about 54% of its value over five years.
Fuel — based on EPA economy at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the Cherokee ages.
Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.

Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.

Is the Forest River Cherokee safe?

NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the Cherokee yet.

How many miles does a Forest River Cherokee last?

A well-maintained Forest River Cherokee typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.0/5.

CHEROKEE

Decode your Forest River Cherokee’s window sticker & build

Original options, specs, recalls and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.

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All Forest River Cherokee model years

A year-by-year snapshot of the Forest River Cherokee — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.

Year	Recalls	Best MPG	Safety
2026 Cherokee	1 recall	—	—
2025 Cherokee	4 recalls	—	—
2024 Cherokee	1 recall	—	—
2023 Cherokee	1 recall	—	—
2022 Cherokee	6 recalls	—	—
2021 Cherokee	3 recalls	—	—
2020 Cherokee	7 recalls	—	—
2019 Cherokee	6 recalls	—	—
2018 Cherokee	8 recalls	—	—
2017 Cherokee	6 recalls	—	—
2016 Cherokee	3 recalls	—	—
2015 Cherokee	2 recalls	—	—
2014 Cherokee	3 recalls	—	—
2013 Cherokee	3 recalls	—	—
2012 Cherokee	1 recall	—	—
2011 Cherokee	2 recalls	—	—
2010 Cherokee	2 recalls	—	—
2009 Cherokee	2 recalls	—	—
2008 Cherokee	2 recalls	—	—
2007 Cherokee	2 recalls	—	—
2006 Cherokee	2 recalls	—	—
2005 Cherokee	2 recalls	—	—
2004 Cherokee	2 recalls	—	—
2003 Cherokee	3 recalls	—	—
2002 Cherokee	1 recall	—	—
2001 Cherokee	1 recall	—	—
2000 Cherokee	1 recall	—	—
1999 Cherokee	1 recall	—	—
1998 Cherokee	1 recall	—	—
1997 Cherokee	1 recall	—	—

Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).

Frequently asked questions

What are the worst years for the Cherokee?

By owner-complaint volume, 2021, 2022, 2020 drew the most reports. 1997, 1998, 2001 have the cleanest records.

How many recalls does the Cherokee have?

80 recorded NHTSA recalls across 1997–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN.

How many miles does a Cherokee last?

A well-maintained Cherokee typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.

Is the Cherokee reliable?

Our ForCar Reliability Score for the Cherokee is 4.0/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.

What's the Forest River Cherokee warranty?

New Forest River models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Forest River dealer.

Where is the Forest River Cherokee made?

The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your Cherokee's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Forest River may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.

How much ground clearance does the Cherokee have?

Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.

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Forest River Cherokee — Recalls, Reliability, Specs & VIN Decoder

Overview

Decode or check a Forest River Cherokee by VIN

How to read a Forest River Cherokee VIN — every digit explained

Model-year code (10th digit)

Where to find your Cherokee VIN

How many recalls does the Forest River Cherokee have?

2026 Forest River Cherokee recalls 1

2025 Forest River Cherokee recalls 4

2024 Forest River Cherokee recalls 1

2023 Forest River Cherokee recalls 1

2022 Forest River Cherokee recalls 6

2021 Forest River Cherokee recalls 3

2020 Forest River Cherokee recalls 7

2019 Forest River Cherokee recalls 6

2018 Forest River Cherokee recalls 8

2017 Forest River Cherokee recalls 6

2016 Forest River Cherokee recalls 3

2015 Forest River Cherokee recalls 2

2014 Forest River Cherokee recalls 3

2013 Forest River Cherokee recalls 3

2012 Forest River Cherokee recalls 1

2011 Forest River Cherokee recalls 2

2010 Forest River Cherokee recalls 2

2009 Forest River Cherokee recalls 2

2008 Forest River Cherokee recalls 2

2007 Forest River Cherokee recalls 2

2006 Forest River Cherokee recalls 2

2005 Forest River Cherokee recalls 2

2004 Forest River Cherokee recalls 2

2003 Forest River Cherokee recalls 3

2002 Forest River Cherokee recalls 1

2001 Forest River Cherokee recalls 1

2000 Forest River Cherokee recalls 1

1999 Forest River Cherokee recalls 1

1998 Forest River Cherokee recalls 1

1997 Forest River Cherokee recalls 1

Best and worst years for the Forest River Cherokee

What are the most common Forest River Cherokee problems?

Forest River Cherokee specifications & dimensions

Forest River Cherokee cargo space, seating & interior room

Forest River Cherokee tire size, oil type & owner specs

What MPG does the Forest River Cherokee get?

What engines does the Forest River Cherokee have? Power & range

How much does a Forest River Cherokee cost to own?

Is the Forest River Cherokee safe?

How many miles does a Forest River Cherokee last?

Decode your Forest River Cherokee’s window sticker & build

All Forest River Cherokee model years

Frequently asked questions

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