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Forest River Cardinal

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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V265000·2024-04-12

    Forest River Recalls 2024 Cardinal and Wildcat Fifth Wheel Trailers

    Forest River is recalling 2024 Cardinal and Wildcat fifth wheel trailers because the rear towing hitch may be used without locking the turning point, increasing crash risk.

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    FOREST RIVER — FOREST RIVER CARDINAL, WILDCAT
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V523000·2021-07-09

    Recreational vehicles recalled for defective window adhesive on multiple models

    Forest River and Coachmen recreational vehicles with Hehr 6400 Series windows are being recalled due to adhesive failure that may cause window vents to detach. Detachment increases the risk of crashes and injuries.

    Product
    FOREST RIVER — FOREST RIVER, COACHMEN CEDAR CREEK, GEORGETOWN, SPORTSCOACH, CROSS COUNTRY
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V145000·2021-03-08

    2021 Forest River Cardinal and Wildcat trailers recalled for loose spare tire carrier

    Forest River is recalling 2021 Cardinal and Wildcat fifth wheel trailers because the spare tire carrier may be installed incorrectly and detach from the vehicle, increasing crash and injury risk.

    Product
    FOREST RIVER — FOREST RIVER WILDCAT, CARDINAL
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V272000·2024-04-17

    Forest River Travel Trailers LED Backlight Circuit Board Fire Risk

    Forest River and Dynamax are recalling multiple 2018–2024 travel trailer models due to LED backlight circuit boards in cooktop ranges that may overheat and create a fire risk. Dealers will disconnect and remove the LED backlight wiring at no charge.

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    DYNAMAX — DYNAMAX, FOREST RIVER DX3, CEDAR CREEK, WILDCAT, DYNAQUEST XL
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V556000·2022-07-29

    Electric retractable awning on multiple RV models may separate unexpectedly

    The electric retractable awning on certain 2022–2023 RV models has a welded seam that may separate, allowing the awning to drop beyond normal operation and increase injury risk.

    Product
    FOREST RIVER — FOREST RIVER, COACHMEN, EAST TO WEST WILDWOOD, SPORTSCOACH, SIERRA, SOLERA
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V135000·2022-03-08

    2022 Forest River Cardinal travel trailers recalled for electrical fire risk

    Forest River is recalling certain 2022 Cardinal and related travel trailers due to a loose wire cord at the 50AMP shore power inlet that may cause an electrical short and fire.

    Product
    COACHMEN — COACHMEN, FOREST RIVER FREEDOM EXPRESS, CHEROKEE, SABRE, APEX
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V004000·2022-01-07

    2022 Forest River Cardinal Trailers Recalled for Tire Belt Separation

    Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain 2021-2022 fifth wheel trailers equipped with defective Sailun tires that may experience belt separation. The defect could cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

    Product
    PRIME TIME — PRIME TIME, FOREST RIVER, CONTINENTAL CARGO SANIBEL, CARDINAL, CRUSADER, CONTINENTAL CARGO
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V988000·2021-12-17

    Forest River Cardinal fifth wheel vehicles recalled for carbon monoxide risk

    Forest River is recalling 2020-2022 Cardinal fifth wheels because the generator compartment may not be properly sealed, potentially allowing carbon monoxide into the vehicle. Owners should contact dealers for free inspection and repair.

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    FOREST RIVER — FOREST RIVER CARDINAL
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V141000·2021-03-05

    2021 Forest River Cardinal and Wildcat furnace flue misalignment recall

    Forest River is recalling certain 2021 Cardinal and Wildcat recreational vehicles due to furnace flue misalignment. Furnace exhaust may leak into the living space, creating a risk of injury or death.

    Product
    FOREST RIVER — FOREST RIVER WILDCAT, CARDINAL
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V655000·2020-10-26

    2021 Forest River Cardinal Fifth-Wheel Trailers: Furnace Exhaust Intrusion Risk

    Forest River is recalling 2021 Cardinal fifth-wheel trailers. The furnace intake sleeve is too short and does not properly connect to the exterior, allowing furnace exhaust to enter the trailer and cause carbon monoxide poisoning.

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    FOREST RIVER — FOREST RIVER CARDINAL
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V336000·2017-05-24

    Forest River Recalls Cardinal Trailers Due to Incorrect Weight Rating Labels

    Forest River is recalling 2016-2018 Cardinal recreational trailers because the Federal Placard overstates the Gross Axle Weight Rating, which may lead to vehicle overloading.

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    FOREST RIVER — FOREST RIVER CARDINAL
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V258000·2016-04-29

    Forest River Cardinal RVs Recalled for Incorrect Tire Placard Information

    Forest River is recalling 2016-2017 Cardinal RVs because the tire placard lists incorrect tire and rim specifications, which could lead to under-inflation and tire blowouts.

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    FOREST RIVER — FOREST RIVER CARDINAL
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V273000·2015-05-11

    Forest River Recalls Trailers Due to Failing Entry Step Rivets

    Forest River is recalling specific 2013-2015 RV trailers because a rivet on the quad entry steps may shear, causing the steps to fail and increasing the risk of injury.

    Product
    FOREST RIVER — FOREST RIVER SIERRA, CARDINAL, SANDPIPER, DYNAMAX
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V449000·2014-07-23

    Forest River Recalls 2013-2014 RVs with Defective Microwaves

    Forest River is recalling specific 2013-2014 recreational vehicles because the installed Frigidaire microwaves may start heating on their own, posing a fire risk.

    Product
    FOREST RIVER — FOREST RIVER FORESTER, PATHFINDER, SUNSEEKER, CEDAR CREEK
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·13V203000·2013-05-17

    Forest River Recalls 2013-2014 RVs for Power Awning Motor Defect

    Forest River is recalling 2013-2014 recreational vehicles because power awning motor screws may shear, causing the awning to unfurl unexpectedly and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FOREST RIVER — FOREST RIVER, PALOMINO, CARGO MATE WILDWOOD, WORK AND PLAY, XLR, MAVERICK TRUCK CAMPER
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·10V454000·2010-10-01

    Forest River Recalls Recreational Vehicles Due to Fire Risk in Electric Fireplaces

    Forest River is recalling specific recreational vehicles equipped with certain electric fireplaces because the remote control receiver can overheat and cause a fire.

    Product
    FOREST RIVER — FOREST RIVER GEORGETOWN, CEDAR CREEK, BERKSHIRE, CARDINAL
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

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