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2019 Forest River Wildcat problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2019 Forest River Wildcat — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

0

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other Wildcat years?

Wildcat NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted14 complaints1997: 0 complaints1998: 0 complaints1999: 0 complaints2000: 0 complaints2001: 0 complaints2002: 5 complaints2003: 1 complaints2004: 14 complaints2005: 4 complaints2006: 5 complaints2007: 10 complaints2008: 3 complaints2009: 0 complaints2010: 10 complaints2011: 1 complaints2012: 3 complaints2013: 1 complaints2014: 1 complaints2015: 8 complaints2016: 1 complaints2017: 3 complaints2018: 2 complaints2019: 0 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 0 complaints2024: 0 complaints
Wildcat NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2019 Forest River Wildcat have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

18V550000Electrical SystemAugust 21, 2018 · 5,847 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Forest River Salem, Wildcat Maxx, Wildwood, Vibe, and Rainier recreational trailers. The break-away safety switch may not have been wired to a constant power source, and, as a result, the switch may be inadvertently disconnected from the trailer house battery causing the brakes to not engage if the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle.

Consequence

If the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new wiring harness to reroute the wiring, free of charge. The recall began September 25, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5410. Forest River's number for this recall is 22/30-0824.

18V361000Tires & WheelsJune 1, 2018 · 31 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Forest River Wildcat recreational trailers. These trailers were equipped with Load Range D tires instead of Load Range E tires.

Consequence

Using the trailer with underrated tires could result in tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the five tires and rims, free of charge. The recall began on June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5410. Forest River's number for this recall is 22-0750.

2019 Forest River Wildcat — common questions

Is the 2019 Forest River Wildcat reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2019 Forest River Wildcat have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 Forest River Wildcat. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.