2004 Wildcat 510 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Trailer Hitches 2010-05-07 · campaign 10V191000 · 74 vehicles
Defect: WILDCAT IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2009 510 AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 510LT TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH AN ADJUSTABLE LENGTH TONGUE ASSEMBLY. THE PINTLE EYE USED IN THE TONGUE ASSEMBLY DOES NOT HAVE AN ADEQUATE VERTICAL OR HORIZONTAL LOAD RATING FOR THE GROSS WEIGHT OF THE VEHICLE.
Risk: THE PINTLE EYE COULD FAIL RESULTING IN SEPARATION OF THE TONGUE FROM THE TOW VEHICLE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix: FIELD KIT MODIFICATIONS ARE CURRENTLY UNDER DEVELOPMENT. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 18, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT WILDCAT AT 800-627-3954.
What owners report
2010-05-14 · Structure“2004 wildcat forest river 5th wheel travel trailer in getting prepared for a tip, noticed cracks in the 5th wheel hitch area, [odi note: based on conversation with owner, subsequent inspection found that screws were missing or had fallen out; not a pin box issue] took to dealership, camper clinic in buda texas......dealership informs me that frami…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.