2008 Forest River Cardinal
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 0 |
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2000 | 2 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2008 | 1 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 3 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2013 | 2 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: tires.
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WHILE DRIVING WEST BETWEEN OMAHA NE AND VANCOUVER WA I HAD TWO TIRE FAILURES. THE FIRST REQUIRED PURCHASING A NEW TIRE OF A DIFFERENT BRAND. DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE SECOND FAILURE IS ESTIMATED AT $3,400 WITH MORE POSSIBLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140904
1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system.
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WHILE DRIVING WEST BETWEEN OMAHA NE AND VANCOUVER WA I HAD TWO TIRE FAILURES. THE FIRST REQUIRED PURCHASING A NEW TIRE OF A DIFFERENT BRAND. DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE SECOND FAILURE IS ESTIMATED AT $3,400 WITH MORE POSSIBLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140904
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2008 Forest River Cardinal — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2008 Forest River Cardinal reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Forest River Cardinal?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Forest River Cardinal have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.