2023 Forest River Wildwood
Only 3 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 3 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 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 3 total reports mentions: tires.
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Brand new trailer. Picked up in October and put it in storage. Visited trailer for spring prep and noticed sidewall of tire split from rim to the treads. Only highway miles from dealer to storage lot.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230221
1 of 3 total reports mentions: suspension.
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While towing the trailer I found that it kept pulling to the right several times pulling off the roadway onto the emergency lane. The trailer was vissably showing in the mirrors as not pulling straight.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240216
1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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The inlet power supply shorted out and almost caught my camper on fire
NHTSA ODI report, 20230627
SAFETY TIMELINE
Forest River, Inc.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fabric roll or complete awning, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022. Owners may contact the customer service numbers listed in the recall report for their designated model.
Campaign 22V556000 — check if this car was fixed
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023 Salem, Stealth EVO, and Wildwood travel trailers. The 8-gauge wire connected to the 12-Volt refrigerator may not have over-current protection, which can cause the wire to melt.
Remedy: Dealers will install a 20-AMP mini-breaker, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5413. Forest River's number for this recall is 22-1580.
Campaign 22V920000 — check if this car was fixed
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023 Salem and Wildwood travel trailers. The brakes may be incorrectly wired, which can result in a loss of brake function.
Remedy: Dealers will rewire the brakes, free of charge. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 27-1632.
Campaign 23V288000 — check if this car was fixed
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023 Salem, and Wildwood Travel Trailers. The brass fitting connected to the furnace pipe may have been manufactured without thread sealant.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the brass elbow and apply thread sealant as necessary, free of charge. All affected trailers are still within dealer inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed.
Campaign 23V359000 — check if this car was fixed
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Salem and Wildwood fifth wheel travel trailers. The Federal Placard may have incorrect tire size information.
Remedy: Dealers will mail new federal placards, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 69-1731.
Campaign 24V066000 — check if this car was fixed
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Forest River Aurora, Coachmen Catalina, 2026 Coachmen Viking, Coachmen Clipper, 2016-2026 Wildwood, and Salem recreational trailers.
Remedy: Dealers will relocate the distribution panel wire to the correct side of the breaker, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-4995.
Campaign 25V682000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2023 Forest River Wildwood — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 22V556000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V920000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V288000 (service brakes) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V359000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V066000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V682000 (electrical system) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2023 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 2023 Forest River Wildwood?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Forest River Wildwood have?
6 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.