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2016 FOREST RIVER CARDINAL Safety Overview

The 2016 FOREST RIVER CARDINAL has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 4 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer
  • Equipment:other:labels

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as adhesive failure may cause the vent portion of the window to detach, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for FOREST RIVER CARDINAL owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2016 FOREST RIVER CARDINAL 21V523000

Forest River, Inc.

Adhesive failure may cause the vent portion of the window to detach, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

NHTSA Recall 21V523000: Adhesive failure may cause the vent portion of the window to detach... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/9/2021
2016 FOREST RIVER CARDINAL 17V336000

Forest River, Inc.

The incorrect GAWR makes the Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC) label incorrect and may result in the vehicle being overloaded, affecting the vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 17V336000: The incorrect GAWR makes the Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC) label incorrect... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/24/2017
2016 FOREST RIVER CARDINAL 16V258000

Forest River, Inc.

If the operator inflates the tires to the PSI indicated on the label, the tires will be operated while being under-inflated causing pre-mature wear and a possible tire blow out, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

NHTSA Recall 16V258000: If the operator inflates the tires to the PSI indicated on the label, the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/29/2016
2016 FOREST RIVER CARDINAL 15V860000

Forest River, Inc.

Incorrect placards may result in improper trailer loading. Improper loading may increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 15V860000: Incorrect placards may result in improper trailer loading. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/22/2015

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.