Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2017 Forest River Cedar Creek
NHTSA data on file today
The 2017 Forest River Cedar Creek has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 3 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #24V395000 Incorrectly Routed 7-Way Connector Can Cause Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V523000 Window Adhesive Failure NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17V756000 Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V762000 Mislabeled Axle Capacity NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 1 complaint
- Service Brakes 1 complaint
- Tires 1 complaint
- Wheels 1 complaint
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,000–$8,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2017 Forest River Cedar Creek suffers from multiple recalls, particularly related to electrical system issues and rear axle misidentification. Owner complaints are sparse but present, indicating issues with critical components like brakes and electrical systems.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| electrical system | 0–20,000 miles | $150–$400 | common |
| rear axle assembly | 10,000–25,000 miles | $800–$1,500 | occasional |
| service brakes | 15,000–30,000 miles | $200–$600 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Brake inspection and service
- Tire rotation and balancing
- Lubricate hinges and slide-outs
- Check and charge battery
- Inspect suspension components
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Dim or flickering lights
- Uneven brake wear
- Unusual axle noise
- Battery not holding charge
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2017 Forest River Cedar Creek at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.