Forest River Cardinal recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
21 recalls found for the Forest River Cardinal in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 61 owner complaints. Choose a model year:
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Newest Forest River Cardinal recalls
- Apr 17, 202424V272000Equipment4,480 vehiclesDynamax DX3, Dynamax Dynaquest XL and 13 more models
The LED backlight circuit board in the cooktop range may fail, causing the board to overheat.
- Apr 12, 202424V265000Trailer hitches100 vehiclesForest River Cardinal and Wildcat
The operator may utilize the rear towing hitch without locking the turning point fifth wheel hitch into the "Conventional Transport" position.
- Jul 29, 202222V556000Equipment49,295 vehiclesCoachmen Catalina, Coachmen Cross Trail and 55 more models
The electric retractable awning has a welded seam on the fabric that may separate, potentially allowing the awning to drop beyond normal operation.
- Mar 8, 202222V135000Equipment, electrical system1,009 vehiclesCoachmen Apex, Coachmen Aurora and 9 more models
The wire cord that connects to the back of the 50AMP shore power inlet may be loose.
- Jan 7, 202222V004000Tires1,164 vehiclesForest River Cardinal, Continental Cargo Continental Cargo and 2 more models
Due to a manufacturing issue, the tires may experience a belt separation.
- Dec 17, 202121V988000Equipment111 vehicles2020-2022 Forest River Cardinal
The generator compartment may not be sealed properly, allowing carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle.
- Jul 9, 202121V523000Equipment, structure825 vehiclesForest River Georgetown, Forest River Cedar Creek and 9 more models
The adhesive that bonds the vented portion of the window may fail.
- Mar 8, 202121V145000Equipment, tires309 vehiclesForest River Cardinal and Wildcat
The spare tire carrier may be installed incorrectly, allowing it to detach from the vehicle.
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