Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2013 Forest River Cherokee
NHTSA data on file today
The 2013 Forest River Cherokee has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #17V756000 Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V650000 Incorrect Tire and Rim Placard/Part 567 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #13V203000 Unexpected Unfurling of the Awning NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Suspension 1 complaint
- Tires 1 complaint
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $4,000–$8,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2013 Forest River Cherokee faces moderate reliability concerns, mainly due to equipment-related recalls, though the issue with tires and incorrect vehicle information labels are notable. Owner complaints are minimal, suggesting infrequent issues with components such as suspension and tires. Overall, these factors combine for an average reliability rating.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| equipment | 10,000–30,000 miles | $500–$1,200 | common |
| tires | 15,000–30,000 miles | $200–$600 | occasional |
| suspension | 20,000–50,000 miles | $300–$900 | 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
- Suspension system check
- General equipment maintenance
- Regular fluid checks
- Battery health assessment
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Uneven tire wear
- Sagging suspension
- Erratic electrical function
- Fluid leaks
- Unusual noises from chassis
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2013 Forest River Cherokee at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.