- The problem
- 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, recreational trailers, toyhaulers, cargo trailers and restroom trailers and 2009-2018 Coachmen Mirada, Pursuit, Concord, Leprechaun, Freelander, Orion and Prism motorhomes, 2009-2017 Coachmen Apex and Catalina recreational trailers, and 2013-2017 Shasta Oasis and Revere recreational trailers, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
- The risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on December 27, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0544.
Vehicle safety record
2011 Forest River Cherokee Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2011 Forest River Cherokee have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in November 2017 for the equipment.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Cherokee year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2011 Forest River Cherokee recalls 2
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
- The problem
- Forest River Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Cherokee recreational trailers. The Federal Placards on these vehicles incorrectly state a Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of 3,970 lbs., when the actual capacity is 3,500 lbs. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is also incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
- The risk
- The incorrect information may result in a user unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of the crash.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Federal Placard with corrected one, free of charge. The recall began on May 31, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-260-593-4001 extension 17119. Forest River's number for this recall is 17-04042017-0367.
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Forest River Cherokee: every year compared
All Cherokee years2011 Forest River Cherokee vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Forest River Cherokee | 0 | 2 | B | |
| 2011 Forest River Georgetown | 7 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 2011 Forest River Crusader | 5 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2011 Forest River Berkshire | 3 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2011 Forest River R-Pod | 3 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2011 Forest River Salem | 2 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2011 Forest River Cedar Creek | 2 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 2011 Forest River Puma | 1 | 2 | C | 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 2011 Forest River Cherokee
Does the 2011 Forest River Cherokee have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2011 Forest River Cherokee: equipment (November 2017); labels (April 2017). 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 2011 Forest River Cherokee had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2011 Forest River Cherokee a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 70 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Forest River Cherokee 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.
Which Forest River Cherokee years have the most complaints?
2021 (50), 2022 (23), 2018 (14). See every Forest River Cherokee year compared.
What should I do if my 2011 Forest River Cherokee 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