Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2017 Forest River Wildcat
NHTSA data on file today
The 2017 Forest River Wildcat 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 #18V550000 Break-Away Safety Switch may be Improperly Wired NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17V756000 Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17V282000 Incorrect Federal Placards Issue/FMVSS 110, 567 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 1 complaint
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 1 complaint
- Wheels 1 complaint
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,000–$10,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2017 Forest River WILDCAT has minimal complaints, but the recall data identifies some critical safety issues that could impact reliability. While common failures are not frequent, the potential costs for fixes and recalls need attention.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| battery wiring | 20,000–40,000 miles | $100–$300 | common |
| tire and rim | 10,000–30,000 miles | $400–$800 | occasional |
| brakes | 30,000–50,000 miles | $200–$500 | 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.
- Annual brake inspection
- Replace tires every 4 years
- Check electrical system annually
- Regular oil changes
- Inspect stability control yearly
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Brake disengagement during towing
- Incorrect tire pressure readings
- Battery not charging properly
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2017 Forest River Wildcat at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.