2017 FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD
9 recalls, 7 complaints - 1 TSBs
25V682000 Oct 10, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
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. The distribution panel wire may be connected to the battery without over current protection.
Consequence
Unprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
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. Forest River's number for this recall is 205-1987.
18V550000 Aug 21, 2018
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Defect Description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Forest River Salem, Wildcat Maxx, Wildwood, Vibe, and Rainier recreational trailers. The break-away safety switch may not have been wired to a constant power source, and, as a result, the switch may be inadvertently disconnected from ... Read more
Consequence
If the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new wiring harness to reroute the wiring, free of charge. The recall began September 25, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5410. Forest River's number for this recall is 22/30-0824.
18V436000 Jun 27, 2018
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Defect Description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Forest River Wildwood, and 2016-2019 Forest River Salem recreational trailers. The outside auxiliary shower faucet cover may cover the water heater exhaust panel when opened.
Consequence
The covered water heater exhaust panel could increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will install a replacement outside shower, free of charge. The recall began on July 24, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 44-0762.
17V756000 Nov 22, 2017
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2003-2018 Forest River Berkshire, Charleston, Rockport, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Riverstone, Salem, Sandpiper, Sierra, Vengeance, Wildcat, Wildwood, XLR Boost, Cargo Mate, Continental Cargo, motorhomes, recreational trailers, toyhaulers, cargo tra... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
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. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www... Read more
17V282000 Apr 26, 2017
TIRES
Defect Description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Salem, Wildwood, XLR, Sanibel, Wildcat, Vengeance, Chaparral Lite and Columbus recreational trailers. The Federal Placard may inaccurately list the tire and rim combinations that are installed on the trailers. Additionally, the Gross... Read more
Consequence
The incorrect information may cause the operator to install an incorrect replacement rim or tire, overinflate the tire, or overload the vehicle, all scenarios that may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners and will provide a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-04242017-0393.
17V218000 Mar 31, 2017
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Salem and Wildwood recreational vehicles. The Federal Placard on these vehicles incorrectly lists the Gross Axle Weight Rating capacity (GAWR) being 5,080 lbs, when the axles actually have a capacity of 4,400 lbs. As such, these vehicles ... Read more
Consequence
The incorrect GAWR may result in the vehicle being overloaded, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will provide a new Federal Placard with the correct GAWR, free of charge. The recall began on April 18, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-4058. Forest River's number for this recall is 27-03292017-0362.
17V118000 Feb 24, 2017
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS
Defect Description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Wildwood recreational trailers, model WDT197BH and Salem recreational trailers, model SMT197BH. The lower sidewall vent for the refrigerator was improperly installed, allowing propane gas to enter the vehicle.
Consequence
A propane leak into the interior of the vehicle in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire or explosion.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new vent into the vehicle floor, free of charge. The recall began on April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-260-593-4001. Forest River's number for the recall is 72-02162017-0329.
16V787000 Oct 28, 2016
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Salem recreational trailers, model SMT186RB, manufactured October 13, 2016 through October 21, 2016 and model year 2017 Wildwood recreational trailers, model WDT186RB, manufactured October 7, 2016, through October 21, 2016. The F... Read more
Consequence
If the owner follows the information on the Federal Placard Label, the operator may overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners and will provide a corrected Certificate of Origin, Federal Placard and VIN plate for each trailer, free of charge. The recall began on November 22, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-1251. Forest River's number for this recall is 6... Read more
16V673000 Sep 16, 2016
TIRES
Defect Description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2017 Salem and Wildwood recreational trailers manufactured August 9, 2016, to September 6, 2016. The Federal Placard on the affected vehicles incorrectly lists the tire and rim combination. The placard states ST225/75R15 Load Range ... Read more
Consequence
The incorrect tire information on the Federal Label may result in the operator under-inflating the tires. An underinflated tire may cause sudden tire failure, or poor handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on October 27, 2016. Salem owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-1251. Wildwood owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-533-2165. Fore... Read more
Complaint Statistics
7 total complaints
1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 2 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:PLUMBING | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER | 1 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
Apr 13, 2021
Incident date: Apr 1, 2021
THE CAMPER WAS PARKED IN A CAMPGROUND ON A GRAVEL CAMPSITE. THE FRESH WATER TANK WAS BEING FILLED WHEN IT DROPPED TO THE GROUND BECAUSE THE SUPPORT BEAM BENT AND WAS NOT FASTENED TO THE FRAME CORRECTLY. NEITHER OUR EXTENDED WARRANTY OR CAMPER INSURANCE WILL COVER AS THEY STATE IT IS A MANUFACTURE D... Read more
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:PLUMBING
May 10, 2018
Incident date: Feb 7, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD RV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KITCHEN FAUCET WAS LEAKING UNDER THE SINK, WHICH CAUSED THE RV TO FLOOD. THE RV WAS TAKEN TO CAMPING WORLD OF ASHEVILLE (2918 N. RUGBY RD, HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28791, 888-817-3448) WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THE FAILURE ALS... Read more
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
May 10, 2018
Incident date: Feb 7, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD RV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KITCHEN FAUCET WAS LEAKING UNDER THE SINK, WHICH CAUSED THE RV TO FLOOD. THE RV WAS TAKEN TO CAMPING WORLD OF ASHEVILLE (2918 N. RUGBY RD, HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28791, 888-817-3448) WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THE FAILURE ALS... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Apr 19, 2018
Incident date: Feb 10, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD RECREATIONAL VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT DURING COLD WEATHER CONDITIONS, THE PIPES FROM THE BATHROOM FROZE. AS A RESULT, THE SINK AND SHOWER PIPES BUSTED WHEN THEY UNFROZE CAUSING WATER TO FLOOD THE ENTIRE BATHROOM. DUE TO THE FAILURE, THERE WAS... Read more
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 2, 2018
Incident date: Dec 26, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD 23BH. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V756000 (EQUIPMENT). THE CONTACT CALLED FOREST RIVER CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-348-7440 AND KIDDE AT 1-855-262-3540 AND WAS PROVIDED WITH WORK ORDER #: C2799215. THE CONTACT DID NOT ... Read more
EQUIPMENT
Apr 2, 2018
Incident date: Dec 26, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD 23BH. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V756000 (EQUIPMENT). THE CONTACT CALLED FOREST RIVER CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-348-7440 AND KIDDE AT 1-855-262-3540 AND WAS PROVIDED WITH WORK ORDER #: C2799215. THE CONTACT DID NOT ... Read more
EQUIPMENT
Mar 29, 2018
Incident date: Dec 28, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V756000 (EQUIPMENT). THE CONTACT REPEATEDLY CONTACTED KIDDE CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-855-262-3540 AND LEFT VOICEMAILS BUT THERE WAS NO RESPONSE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED THE FOLLOWING INCIDENT N... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2017 FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD
1 manufacturer communications from 1 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 1 |
511213
Aug 5, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a document that describes how to take the required photos to assess the slideroom mechanism for adjustment and function.
NHTSA Safety Investigations, FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE02065
Opened: Sep 6, 2002 , Closed: Jan 9, 2003
ROAD WHEEL & TIRE FAILURES
THE SUBJECT TRAILERS ARE FITTED WITH A LARGE DECAL INSTRUCTING OWNERS TO NOTIFY THE WHEEL & TIRE MANUFACTURER IN CASE OF PROBLEMS OR FAILURES OF WHEELS OR TIRES.THIS ACTION IS TO BE TAKEN IN LIEU OF CONTACTING THE MANUFACTURER OF THE TRAILERS.THE TIRE AND WHEEL MANUFACTURER, CALISLE WHEEL & TIRE IN ... Read more
FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD across all model years (1997, 2026).
123
Total Recalls
141
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
3
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2025 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2024 | 10 | 1 | View |
| 2023 | 6 | 3 | View |
| 2022 | 7 | 18 | View |
| 2021 | 10 | 14 | View |
| 2020 | 7 | 3 | View |
| 2019 | 11 | 6 | View |
| 2018 | 8 | 13 | View |
| 2017 (current) | 9 | 7 | |
| 2016 | 7 | 6 | View |
| 2015 | 6 | 4 | View |
| 2014 | 4 | 12 | View |
| 2013 | 2 | 5 | View |
| 2012 | 1 | 4 | View |
| 2011 | 2 | 4 | View |
| 2010 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 2 | 10 | View |
| 2007 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2006 | 2 | 2 | View |
| 2005 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 2004 | 2 | 4 | View |
| 2003 | 3 | 2 | View |
| 2002 | 1 | 6 | View |
| 2001 | 1 | 12 | View |
| 2000 | 1 | 4 | View |
| 1999 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1998 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 | View |