Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2021 Forest River Cherokee
NHTSA data on file today
The 2021 Forest River Cherokee has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 49 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #22V243000 Cracked LP Gas Quick Disconnect Fitting NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V877000 Incorrect Tire Size and GAWR Rating/FMVSS 110 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V654000 Shore Cord Inlet Wiring Insulation May Cause Fire NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Tires 21 complaints
- Structure 10 complaints
- Unknown or Other 8 complaints
- Suspension 6 complaints
- Electrical System 3 complaints
- Wheels 2 complaints
Of the 49 complaints on file, 1 reports a crash and 3 a fire (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $2,500–$4,500AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2021 Forest River Cherokee has significant issues, notably with tires, structure, and electrical systems. Several recalls, including mislabeling and electrical wiring problems, indicate potential safety risks. Overall, these factors contribute to a below-average reliability rating.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| tires | 10,000–20,000 miles | $300–$600 | very common |
| structure | 15,000–25,000 miles | $500–$1,200 | common |
| suspension | 20,000–40,000 miles | $400–$800 | 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.
- Inspect brakes annually
- Rotate tires every 8,000 miles
- Replace air filters annually
- Check suspension every 15,000 miles
- Service electrical connections annually
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Uneven tire wear
- Electrical issues or flickering lights
- Squeaking suspension components
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2021 Forest River Cherokee at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.