2002 Forest River Wildwood
Only 5 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 5 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 |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 0 |
| 1998 | 0 |
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 3 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 3 |
| 2005 | 1 |
| 2006 | 2 |
| 2007 | 0 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 4 |
| 2012 | 3 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 4 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 3 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 3 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 0 |
| 2026 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 5 total reports mention: tires.
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BLEW CARLISLE 225X75X15 LOAD RANGE "D" TIRE AND DAMAGED MY TRAILER. I PAID FOR A REPLACEMENT TIRE, AND DID NOT SEEK A REPLACEMENT FROM CARLISLE BECAUSE THE TIRE WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040727
1 of 5 total reports mentions: tires.
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RETURNING HOME FROM NEW HAMPSHIRE VACATION AND WAS TRAVELING APPROX.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050621
1 of 5 total reports mentions: suspension.
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I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM A TRIP IN THE MOJAVE DESERT AND STOPPED FOR FUEL AT HWY 395 AND HWY 58 INTERSECTION. I NOTICED THAT ONE OF MY TRAILER TIRES HAD NO TREAD LEFT ON IT AND THAT THE OTHER ONE WAS STARTING TO WEAR VERY BADLY ON THE OUTSIDE EDGE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050331
1 of 5 total reports mentions: equipment.
1 of 5 total reports mentions: equipment.
SAFETY TIMELINE
ROAD WHEEL & TIRE FAILURES
CERTAIN RECREATIONAL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR, MANUFACTURED BY THE DOMETIC CORPORATION, MAY HAVE A DEFECT IN THE BOILER TUBE. PRESSURIZED COOLANT SOLUTION COULD BE RELEASED INTO
Remedy: FOREST RIVER 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, A
Campaign 07V085000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2002 Forest River Wildwood — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 07V085000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2002 Forest River Wildwood 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 Forest River Wildwood?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Forest River Wildwood have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.