2018 Forest River Cascade problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2018 Forest River Cascade.
Recalls filed by Forest River
Electrical System #17V838000 · 2017 · 3,297 units
Problem: 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.
Trailer Hitches #19V844000 · 2019 · 328 units
Problem: 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.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year.
Fix it, equip it, or try one first
Replacement parts for the systems owners report most: water, LP gas, slide-outs, electrical.
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Forest River Cascade have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls filed by Forest River for the 2018 Cascade. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2018 Forest River Cascade problems?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.