2010 Forest River Cardinal
Only 3 complaints 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 3 complaints 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 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 3 total reports mention: tires.
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ON4/29/12 WHILE PULLING A 2010 FOREST RIVER WILD CAT 5TH WHEEL, A TIRE ON THE RV SEPARATED AND LOST ITS TREAD. THE TIRE MAKE WAS A RFD-TRAIL EXPRESS LOAD RANGE D, ST225/75R15. THE TIRE HAD LESS THAN 5,000 MILES ON IT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120511
IN SEPTEMBER 2011 WHILE PULLING MY NEW 2010 FOREST RIVER XLR, WE HAD A TIRE EXPLODE DOWN THE MIDDLE. WE HAD ONLY BEEN ON THE ROAD FOR 20 MINUTES AND TRAVELING AT 55 MPH. WE HAVE LESS THAN 2400 MILES ON THE TIRES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120220
1 of 3 total reports mentions: suspension.
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SHACKLE PLATE BOLTS WERE TIGHT WITH LOCK NUTS BUT ALL OF THE BOLT HOLES ON THE 8 SHACKLE PLATES (2 ON EACH PLATE SO 16 HOLES) WERE WALLERED CAUSING EXCESSIVE TIRE WEAR, BLOWOUTS, AND TRAILER FENDERSKIRT DAMAGE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20111210
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2010 Forest River Cardinal — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2010 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 2010 Forest River Cardinal?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 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.