2016 Cargo Mate Eliminator recalls and problems

The 2016 Cargo Mate Eliminator has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Cargo Mate dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 1
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2016 Cargo Mate Eliminator vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2016 Cargo Mate Eliminator recalls

Recall 15V-231: Suspension

Reported Apr 20, 2015 · 691 vehicles affected · Forest River, Inc.

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Amera-Lite ATTX and WATTX, Forest River Cherokee, Cherokee Grey Wolf, Cherokee Wolf Pup, Salem, Salem Laminated, Salem Limited Edition, Vengeance, Wildwood, Wildwood Laminated, and Wildwood Limited Edition, Cargo Mate Blazer, E Series, E Series Wedge, Eliminator, and Qualifier, Continental Cargo Auto Master, Elite Series, Tailwind and Value Hauler, Coachmen Catalina and Freedom Express, Palomino Puma and US Cargo Patriot X, Phantom, Trail & Sport and Trail Master trailers manufactured March 1, 2015, to March 31, 2015. In the affected trailers, the studs that are used to attach the wheels to the axle hubs may break.

Risk: If the wheel studs break, the wheel could detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected wheel hub, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2015. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-453-6064. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-03312015-0025.

2016 Cargo Mate Eliminator problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes1
Electrical System1
Suspension1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 15,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2016 Cargo Mate Eliminator complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes · at 15,000 miles · reported Jun 22, 2016
I've had two electrical fires, I'm on my third set of axles, replaced 3 refridgerators, replaced two microwaves, and severe structual failures. These failures happened both when in motion and stationary.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Cargo Mate Eliminator have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Cargo Mate Eliminator: 15V-231 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Cargo Mate Eliminator?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (1 reports), followed by electrical system (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 15,000 miles.

Are Cargo Mate recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Cargo Mate dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.