Recall 18V361 affects 31 2019 Forest River Wildcat trailers with underrated tires. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 31 2019 Wildcat recreational trailers because they were built with Load Range D tires instead of the required Load Range E tires. Using the trailer with underrated tires can lead to tire failure and increase crash risk, and Forest River dealers will replace the tires free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The tires on a 2019 Forest River Wildcat carry more than the trailer's weight. They also have to match the trailer's weight rating and the tire information placard. For this Wildcat, the proper tire is ST225/75R15/E, with Load Range E capacity.
Forest River says affected trailers were built with Load Range D tires instead. That is an installation error: the tire size and load rating installed on the trailer did not match what the trailer was built to use. A lower load range means the tire is not rated for the same carrying capacity as the specified tire.
Owners are not expected to notice a drivability symptom before the problem matters. There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is in the tire specification, so the tire label and tire sidewall are the practical clues to check.
Who's affected?
| 2019 Forest River Wildcat | tire |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 31 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2019 Forest River Wildcat trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Underrated tires are not built for the trailer's required rating, so tire failure increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure. Use the trailer cautiously until the tires and rims are replaced, and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Forest River Wildcat is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free tire and rim replacement that replaces the underrated Load Range D tires with Load Range E tires.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V361 when you call.
- Avoid towing the trailer for trips until the correct tires and rims are installed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician replaces the trailer's five tires and rims with the correct tire and rim set for the recall. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Forest River also has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid out of pocket for the same tire and rim repair before the recall work. Bring repair invoices or payment documentation to the service desk and ask how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 1, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 27, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 11, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| July 11, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 11, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V361?
Recall 18V361 covers 31 2019 Forest River Wildcat recreational trailers equipped with Load Range D tires instead of Load Range E tires. Using underrated tires can lead to tire failure and increase crash risk. Forest River dealers will replace the five tires and rims for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Forest River Wildcat is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 18V361. If it is, contact a Forest River dealer to schedule replacement of the five tires and rims. Reference recall number 18V361 and Forest River recall number 22-0750 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Forest River will replace the five tires and rims free of charge through its dealer network.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is tire failure while the trailer is in use. Recall 18V361 involves tires with a lower load range than the trailer requires, which can increase crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free tire and rim replacement before relying on the trailer for trips.
When did Forest River begin this recall?
Forest River began the recall on June 27, 2018. Owner notification has already started, but a used trailer or address change can keep a notice from reaching the current owner. The VIN check is the way to confirm whether this Wildcat is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V361000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-503-831-5410 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V361 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V361000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →