Forest River Cargo Mate Problems by Year
NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Forest River Cargo Mate, across 6 model years (2008–2023). The 2008 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is suspension.
Forest River Cargo Mate years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Cargo Mate model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2008 Cargo Mate: 5 complaints, 1 recall
- 2023 Cargo Mate: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2022 Cargo Mate: 1 complaint, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Forest River Cargo Mate problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Forest River Cargo Mate model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Cargo Mate | 1 | 0 | — | Tires | |
| 2022 Cargo Mate | 1 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 2021 Cargo Mate | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2020 Cargo Mate | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2019 Cargo Mate | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2008 Cargo Mate | 5 | 1 | — | Suspension |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Forest River Cargo Mate years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2008 (5), 2023 (1), 2022 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Forest River Cargo Mate?
Suspension, with 4 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Forest River Cargo Mate have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.