Forest River Wildwood problems by model year
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
NHTSA has 44 owner complaints and 59 recalls on file for the Forest River Wildwood (2005–2027). The 2021 Wildwood has the most serious complaints, most often about wheels & tires.
- Complaints
- 44
- Recalls
- 59
- Model years
- 23
- Worst year
- 2021
Complaints by model year
Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.
Worst Forest River Wildwood years to buy
Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).
- 2021 Forest River Wildwood — 10 complaints, 1 fire; top problem: Wheels & Tires
- 2018 Forest River Wildwood — 10 complaints; top problem: Wheels & Tires
Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2014 (0 complaints).
Every Forest River Wildwood model year
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Wildwood | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 2026 Wildwood | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | — |
| 2025 Wildwood | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 | Electrical System |
| 2024 Wildwood | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | — |
| 2023 Wildwood | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | Electrical System |
| 2022 Wildwood | 9 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | Body & Structure |
| 2021 Wildwood | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 10 | Wheels & Tires |
| 2020 Wildwood | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | Wheels & Tires |
| 2019 Wildwood | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | Wheels & Tires |
| 2018 Wildwood | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | Wheels & Tires |
| 2017 Wildwood | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | Body & Structure |
| 2016 Wildwood | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | Body & Structure |
| 2015 Wildwood | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | — |
| 2014 Wildwood | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | — |
| 2013 Wildwood | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 2012 Wildwood | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2011 Wildwood | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 2010 Wildwood | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2009 Wildwood | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2008 Wildwood | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2007 Wildwood | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2006 Wildwood | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2005 Wildwood | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
Most common Forest River Wildwood problem areas (all years)
- Wheels & Tires17 complaints
- Body & Structure11 complaints
- Electrical System5 complaints
- Suspension2 complaints
- Lighting1 complaints
Complaint trend
Forest River Wildwood recalls
Risk: A griddle stowed while the gas is still in use can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk: Referencing the incorrect GVWR may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: The incorrect wiring may not make adequate contact, increasing the amperage and risk of a fire.
Risk: A griddle stowed while the gas is still in use can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk: A tire can be overinflated after referencing the incorrect information, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Unprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk: A door that remains locked can prevent or delay occupants from evacuating during an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk: An open gate can striking other road users and increases the risk of injury.
Risk: Steps that detach while in use increase the risk of injury.
Risk: Tire failure can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Tire failure can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Hitch failure increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Risk: An incorrect rim size on the label may result in the wrong wheels being installed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: In the event of an emergency, passengers may not be able to exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk: A damaged tire can fail and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Incorrect tire size information could result in the wrong tires being installed on the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A missing emergency exit window could prevent or delay the occupants from exiting in the event of an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk: Missing thread sealant can cause a propane gas leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Risk: A loss of brake function can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: Melted wiring can cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Risk: A tank falling to the ground while in transit can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: An awning that detaches increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.
Risk: An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.
Risk: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Other Forest River models
- Forest River Cherokee122 complaints
- Forest River Rockwood64 complaints
- Forest River Salem49 complaints
- Forest River Georgetown44 complaints
- Forest River R-Pod41 complaints
- Forest River Flagstaff28 complaints
- Forest River Puma25 complaints
- Forest River Cedar Creek24 complaints
- Forest River XLR Toyhauler22 complaints
- Forest River Vengeance19 complaints
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology