2002 Fleetwood Wilderness
Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 0 |
| 1995 | 2 |
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 4 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 4 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 0 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 2 |
| 2007 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
4 of 7 total reports mention: structure.
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FLEETWOOD WILDERNESS 5TH WHEEL MAIN FRAME WAS FAILING.*MR WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS CHECKING THE RV'S TIRE PRESSURE HE NOTICED THAT THE FRAME WAS FAILING ON THE LEFT REAR SPRING BRACKET.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050919
2 of 7 total reports mention: equipment.
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AFTER WAITING FOR OVER FOUR MONTHS, THE PART TO REPAIR THE MICROWAVE UNDER RECALL STILL WASN'T AVAILABLE. *PH SAMSUNG MICROWAVE MODEL NUMBER: MR5491G. *MR
NHTSA ODI report, 20040331
1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension.
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LEFT REAR SPRING SHACKLE CAME OFF AT WELD. MULTIPLE CRACKS IN BOTH FRAME RAILS. WELDS FOR SLIDEOUT AND REAR CROSSMEMBER BROKEN. FRAME RAILS BENT. *NM
NHTSA ODI report, 20060623
1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension.
1 of 7 total reports mentions: equipment.
SAFETY TIMELINE
INADVERTENT SLIDE-OUT EXTENSION MOVEMENT
CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES AND TRAVEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR, MANUFACTURED BY THE DOMETIC CORPORATION, MAY HAVE A DEFECT IN THE BOILER TUBE. PRESSURIZED COOLANT SOLUTION COULD BE REL
Remedy: FLEETWOOD WILL BE WORKING WITH DOMETIC IN ORDER TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 06E076). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURN HOUSING, A THERMAL FUSE, AND
Campaign 07V120000 — check if this car was fixed
ON CERTAIN TRAVEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH SAMSUNG MICROWAVE OVENS, THESE OVENS WERE PRODUCED WITH A DEFECTIVE PANEL. AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAN OCCUR BETWEEN CIRCUIT PATTERNS ON THE MEMBRANE PANEL, ESPECIALLY OVERLAPPED BY A "JUMPER" OR JUMP WIRE.
Remedy: SAMSUNG WILL NOTIFY CUSTOMERS AND REPAIR THE PANEL FREE OF CHARGE. IN THE MEANTIME, CONSUMERS SHOULD UNPLUG THEIR MICROWAVE, IF POSSIBLE.
Campaign 03V452000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2002 Fleetwood Wilderness — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for equipment issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 03V452000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07V120000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2002 Fleetwood Wilderness reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Fleetwood Wilderness?
The most-reported component is structure:frame and members, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Fleetwood Wilderness have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.