2016 Forest River Cherokee Grey Wolf recalls and problems

The 2016 Forest River Cherokee Grey Wolf has 2 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Forest River dealer.

Recalls
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Complaints
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Crashes / fires
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Injuries / deaths
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Recalls may cover only some 2016 Forest River Cherokee Grey Wolf vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2016 Forest River Cherokee Grey Wolf recalls

Recall 15V-359: Suspension

Reported Jun 9, 2015 · 1,497 vehicles affected · Forest River, Inc.

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Evo, Salem, Sandstorm, Shockwave, Stealth, Wildwood, Cherokee Grey Wolf, Wildcat Maxx, Vibe, R-Pod, and Surveyor trailers. 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 inspect and replace any affected wheel hub, free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 2015. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-909-873-3777. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-05142015-0037.

Recall 15V-231: Suspension

Reported Apr 20, 2015 · 691 vehicles affected · Forest River, Inc.

Problem: 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.

2016 Forest River Cherokee Grey Wolf problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Structure1
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 1,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2016 Forest River Cherokee Grey Wolf complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · reported Jul 23, 2019
Where we plug in to the trailer for electricity melted the recepticle on trailer and the plug that twist and locks into it. We lost power it was smoking. The two parts melted together.
Structure · at 1,500 miles · reported Feb 6, 2017
The contact owns a 2016 forest river cherokee grey wolf 24rk travel trailer. When the contact brought the vehicle to a dealer for a service repair call, the dealer found buckles on the sides of the front wheel wells and near the slide out, which was also stiff. The dealer stated that the manufacturer determined that the out-riggers were not strong enough and needed to be replaced, but not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 1,500.

Other Forest River Cherokee Grey Wolf years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Forest River Cherokee Grey Wolf have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Forest River Cherokee Grey Wolf: 15V-359 (suspension), 15V-231 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Forest River Cherokee Grey Wolf?

Owners report structure problems most often (1 reports), followed by electronic stability control (esc) (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 1,500 miles.

Are Forest River recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Forest River dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.