2004 Forest River Wildcat Problems
- Complaints
- 10filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 3,750miles, 2 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2004 Forest River Wildcat (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 2004 Forest River Wildcat. The part named most often is body and structure, with 4 complaints (40% of the total), followed by suspension (3) and tires (3). 2 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 3,750 miles. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Body and structure4 40%
- Suspension3 30%
- Tires3 30%
- Equipment2 20%
- Wheels1 10%
Example complaints
Body and structure: “I own a 2004 fifth wheel trailer. I have noticed the web of the frame cracking over the shackle mounts for some time and have been keeping a close eye on it. I have just noticed now that the frame is broken up near the hitch and can no longer be towed with out repair. I have not, in my opinion, abused this trailer or used it outside it's intended use. I and others, are fortunate that I noticed the broken frame before it caused an accident.”
NHTSA complaint #10326061, filed 2010-04Suspension: “I am an owner of a 2004 Wildcat, 28? Fifth wheel. During a trip I noticed one of the tires was worn to the cord on the inside edge, while still having tread on the outside. If this had not been noticed, I?m sure that within the next 100 miles I would have been changing a tire on the side of the road with rubber from the tire everywhere. The tire was changed and trip continued. Upon return, I discussed the issue with the service manager at the rv dealer and he referred me to a specialist shop that had the equipment to check the suspension. It was found that the ?toe in? …”
NHTSA complaint #10252219, filed 2008-12Tires: “I purchased four new goodyear marathon trailer tires (225/75/15 load range d) for my fifth wheel camper june 2012. Two of the four tires blew apart in the first 1500 miles. There is something very wrong with these tires. They should not be blowing apart with almost no use and without any impact damage from road hazards. I have read multiple complaints online with these same tires. This is very dangerous and it needs to be addressed soon. These tire failures have damaged my camper but, I'm just glad it did not cause a crash, injury, or death.”
NHTSA complaint #10531782, filed 2013-07, 1,500 milesEquipment: “- the contact owns a 2007 Forest River Wildcat, 27 rl se, 5th wheel trailer. The rv was purchased in december 2006 and since then he observed that the actual weight was more than the weight listed on the sticker. The pick up truck was unable to tow the rv. The cab scales were accurate, and also indicated that the sticker weight was incorrect. Forest river, the manufacturer agreed to mail him a check and repurchase the vehicle, however, the dealer a wanted to sell him another rv which weighed less. …”
NHTSA complaint #10186206, filed 2007-03Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 2 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 1,500 and 6,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 17V756000Nov 22, 2017EquipmentCovers: Forest River Wildcat 2003–2018, Sandpiper 2003–2018, Salem 2003–2018 +23 more
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2003-2018 Forest River Berkshire, Charleston, Rockport, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Riverstone, Salem, Sandpiper, Sierra, Vengeance, Wildcat, Wildwood, XLR Boost, Cargo Mate, Continental Cargo, motorhomes…
- 08V346000Jul 7, 2008Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailerCovers: Forest River Wildcat 2003–2006, Rockwood 2003–2006, Forester 2003–2006 +17 more
Forest river is recalling certain my 2003-2006 motor homes, fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution…
Recall details for the 2004 Forest River Wildcat → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 2004 Forest River Wildcat.
Other model years of the Forest River Wildcat
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 7 | 2,800 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2007 | 10 | 7,300 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2004 | 10 | 3,750 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Forest River Wildcat model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2004 Forest River Wildcat have?
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 2004 Forest River Wildcat as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2004 Forest River Wildcat is reported most often?
Body and structure is named most often, in 4 complaints (40% of the total), followed by suspension with 3.
Has the 2004 Forest River Wildcat been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2004 Forest River Wildcat reported?
Among the 2 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 3,750 miles and the middle half falls between 1,500 and 6,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.