2003 Forest River Wildwood
Only 2 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 2 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 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 2 total reports mention: equipment.
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2003 WILDWOOD (T-19) WATER TANK WAS DEFECTIVE UPON INSTALLATION. *TS THE COMPLAINT IS IN REFERENCE TO THE DEFECTIVE MANUFACTURING INSTALLATION ARRANGEMENT OF THE WATER TANK.
NHTSA ODI report, 20061106
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE FILLING THE WATER TANK OF THE TRAVEL TRAILER IN THE DRIVEWAY, THE WATER TANK FELL OFF WITH NO PRIOR WARNING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20061016
SAFETY TIMELINE
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
FOREST RIVER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MY 2003-2006 MOTOR HOMES, FIFTH WHEEL AND TRAVEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR MANUFACTURED BY THE DOMETIC CORPORATION. THE REFRIGERATOR MAY HAVE
Remedy: FOREST RIVER IS WORKING WITH DOMETIC TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 08E032). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURN HOUSING, A THERMAL FUSE, AND A MELT FUSE
Campaign 08V346000 — check if this car was fixed
Forest River, Inc.
Remedy: Forest River will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on December 27, 2017.
Campaign 17V756000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2003 Forest River Wildwood — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for equipment issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 07V085000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08V346000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V756000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2003 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 2003 Forest River Wildwood?
The most-reported component is equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2003 Forest River Wildwood have?
3 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.