- The problem
- Forest River is recalling certain model 2011 and 2012 trailers manufactured from August 11, 2011, through April 11, 2012, equipped with Carlisle Toy Hauler series trailer wheels. These wheels were manufactured with machine dimensions for the application of a center cap and the application of steel lug inserts that were not controlled to the required specifications. As a result, the wheel may not be tightened to the proper torque during the mounting process.
- The risk
- If the wheels are not tightened to the proper torque, the wheels could loosen, leading to wheel separation, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. A detached wheel also becomes a road hazard.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheels free of charge. The recall began on January 10, 2013. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-389-4600.
Vehicle safety record
2012 Continental Cargo Tailwind Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2012 Continental Cargo Tailwind have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in November 2012 for the wheels.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Tailwind year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2012 Continental Cargo Tailwind recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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No complaints about the 2012 Continental Cargo Tailwind yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Continental Cargo Tailwind: every year compared
All Tailwind years2012 Continental Cargo Tailwind vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Continental Cargo Tailwind | 0 | 1 | C | |
| 2012 Continental Cargo Cargo Trailer | 1 | 1 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2012 Continental Cargo Tailwind
Does the 2012 Continental Cargo Tailwind have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Continental Cargo Tailwind: wheels (November 2012). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2012 Continental Cargo Tailwind had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2012 Continental Cargo Tailwind a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Continental Cargo Tailwind year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2012 Continental Cargo Tailwind has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data