Owners have filed 18 complaints
about the 2022 Forest River Wildwood with NHTSA between 2022 and 2025.
The largest single group is the equipment & accessories.
Across this model's run it ranks 1 of 6 worst.
The letter says how bad. This says what kind — whether this year drew
an unusual number of complaints, unusually dangerous
ones, or failures that arrived unusually early.
The dashed ring is 50 — the national norm. Further out is worse.
Complaint volume — 68
Against the median year of the Forest River Wildwood. 50 means typical for this
model; 100 means roughly double.
Severity — 86
16.7% of these complaints
involved a crash, fire, injury or death, against a national rate of
9.7%.
Early failure — not reported
Too few complaints recorded a mileage to measure this.
How 2022 compares with every other Forest River Wildwood
Complaints filed with NHTSA, by model year. Bar colour is the FaultScore grade:
A
B
C
D
F
ungraded
What breaks on a 2022 Forest River Wildwood
Every complaint is filed against a part. Follow any row for the complaints about that part alone.
Equipment & Accessories
950.0%
Median failure at 250 miles
Body & Structure
422.2%
Median failure at 175 miles
Other & Unspecified
211.1%
Wheels
15.6%
Tires
15.6%
Electrical System
15.6%
When owners complained
A spike years after the car went on sale usually means a part wearing
out on schedule across the whole fleet — the kind of pattern no single
owner can see from inside their own car.
May 2022peak 4May 2025
Recalls on the 2022 Forest River Wildwood
A complaint is one owner's allegation. A recall is the point at which
the manufacturer or a regulator agreed the defect is real and dangerous
enough to fix for free — however old the car is.
Canada — Transport Canada
Canada runs its own recall programme, and its campaigns do not
always mirror the American ones.
Recall 20255453,889 units in Canada
Electrical
Issue: On certain RV trailers, the 12 V wiring for the distribution panel may not have been installed properly. As a result, the wiring may not have proper circuit protection. If this happens, the wiring could overheat and melt before the circuit breaker trips. Safety Risk: Wiring that overheats and melts could create the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: To reduce the safety risk, Forest River advises you not to plug in the RV trailer until the recall repairs have been completed. Forest River will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your RV trailer to a dealership to correct the wiring.
Recall 2022556364 units in Canada
Accessories
Issue: On certain travel trailers, the fresh water tank may not be secured properly. As a result, the tank could fall from the frame and detach from the trailer. Note: This is an expansion of recalls 2020-378 and 2021-498. Safety Risk: A water tank that falls on the road could create a road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Forest River will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your trailer to a dealership to properly secure the fresh water tank.
Recall 202241925 units in Canada
Accessories
Issue: On certain RV trailers, the patio awning may not be properly installed. As a result, the awning could detach and fall from the trailer. Safety Risk: An awning that falls from the trailer could create a risk of injury. An awning that falls from a moving vehicle could create road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Forest River will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your trailer to a dealer to inspect, and if necessary, properly attach the awning to the trailer.
Recall 20223686,198 units in Canada
Accessories
Issue: On certain RV trailers and motorhomes, the fabric for the patio awning may not be properly attached. As a result, the awning could detach and fall from the vehicle. Safety Risk: An awning that falls from the vehicle could create a risk of injury. An awning that falls from a moving vehicle could create road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Forest River will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the fabric roll on the awning. It will be repaired or replaced, as necessary.
Recall 20221819,716 units in Canada
Accessories
Issue: On certain RV trailers and motorhomes, the quick disconnect fittings for the propane (LP) gas system may be defective. As a result, the fittings could crack and leak propane. Safety Risk: A propane gas leak could create the risk of a fire or explosion. Corrective Actions: Forest River will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your RV trailer or motorhome to a dealership to replace the quick disconnect fittings on the propane system and perform a leak test.
Reports where the owner recorded a crash, a fire, an injury or a death.
Sioux Falls, SD2 injured
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Wildwood. The contact stated that the carbon monoxide alarms sounded while in the trailer. The contact and his wife opened up all the doors and windows as they both began to develop headaches and extreme fatigue. The contact and his wife went to the hospital; the contact's wife was treated for carbon monoxide inhalation and was placed on two tanks of oxygen. The contact's wife was released from the hospital the same day, the contact did not need any medical assistance. The contact purchased a carbon monoxide test and turned on the water heater; the tester indicated that the carbon monoxide level was at 100. The contact again aired out the trailer and took the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer used the carbon monoxide tester and their own tester; however, they could not duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and was informed that there was no valid evidence that there were any defects with the camper. The camper was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
NHTSA complaint #11484106 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Sioux Falls, SD2 injured
EQUIPMENT
The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Wildwood. The contact stated that the carbon monoxide alarms sounded while in the trailer. The contact and his wife opened up all the doors and windows as they both began to develop headaches and extreme fatigue. The contact and his wife went to the hospital; the contact's wife was treated for carbon monoxide inhalation and was placed on two tanks of oxygen. The contact's wife was released from the hospital the same day, the contact did not need any medical assistance. The contact purchased a carbon monoxide test and turned on the water heater; the tester indicated that the carbon monoxide level was at 100. The contact again aired out the trailer and took the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer used the carbon monoxide tester and their own tester; however, they could not duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and was informed that there was no valid evidence that there were any defects with the camper. The camper was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
NHTSA complaint #11484106 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Sioux Falls, SD2 injured
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS
The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Wildwood. The contact stated that the carbon monoxide alarms sounded while in the trailer. The contact and his wife opened up all the doors and windows as they both began to develop headaches and extreme fatigue. The contact and his wife went to the hospital; the contact's wife was treated for carbon monoxide inhalation and was placed on two tanks of oxygen. The contact's wife was released from the hospital the same day, the contact did not need any medical assistance. The contact purchased a carbon monoxide test and turned on the water heater; the tester indicated that the carbon monoxide level was at 100. The contact again aired out the trailer and took the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer used the carbon monoxide tester and their own tester; however, they could not duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and was informed that there was no valid evidence that there were any defects with the camper. The camper was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
NHTSA complaint #11484106 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
The most recent complaints
In the owners' own words, exactly as filed with NHTSA.
Ridgeway, OH
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Forest river put large plastic panels for the underbelly on my 2022 wildwood 29vbud.Two of the panels have come lose and were hanging down dragging on ground and a third came off with a 1x1 piece of wood.I don't know where the panel and piece of wood came off at.
NHTSA complaint #11658653 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Ridgeway, OH
STRUCTURE
Forest river put large plastic panels for the underbelly on my 2022 wildwood 29vbud.Two of the panels have come lose and were hanging down dragging on ground and a third came off with a 1x1 piece of wood.I don't know where the panel and piece of wood came off at.
NHTSA complaint #11658653 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Magnolia, TX
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The 30amp outside plug burned to the outlet in the electric panel.
NHTSA complaint #11612784 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Culpeper, VA
WHEELS
*The large coroplast panels that line the underbelly detach and fall off while driving. These panels are very large (about 4 x 6). * These panels came off while we were towing it on the interstate and mountainous roads. They could potentially cause an accident. * The camper is set to be inspected Nov. 16th to assess why they are falling off and to order replacement panels (They are necessary to protect the wires and lines underneath from wildlife and weather and therefore will have to be replaced.) * These are just coroplast panels that are screwed in. We did not know they had come off until we reached our destination and saw some remaining panels were hanging. These were resecured with duct tape. The 2 pictures attached are from our camper. They show what the panels look like, how they are attached, and an area where some are missing.
NHTSA complaint #11552718 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Culpeper, VA
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
*The large coroplast panels that line the underbelly detach and fall off while driving. These panels are very large (about 4 x 6). * These panels came off while we were towing it on the interstate and mountainous roads. They could potentially cause an accident. * The camper is set to be inspected Nov. 16th to assess why they are falling off and to order replacement panels (They are necessary to protect the wires and lines underneath from wildlife and weather and therefore will have to be replaced.) * These are just coroplast panels that are screwed in. We did not know they had come off until we reached our destination and saw some remaining panels were hanging. These were resecured with duct tape. The 2 pictures attached are from our camper. They show what the panels look like, how they are attached, and an area where some are missing.
NHTSA complaint #11552718 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Culpeper, VA
STRUCTURE:BODY
*The large coroplast panels that line the underbelly detach and fall off while driving. These panels are very large (about 4 x 6). * These panels came off while we were towing it on the interstate and mountainous roads. They could potentially cause an accident. * The camper is set to be inspected Nov. 16th to assess why they are falling off and to order replacement panels (They are necessary to protect the wires and lines underneath from wildlife and weather and therefore will have to be replaced.) * These are just coroplast panels that are screwed in. We did not know they had come off until we reached our destination and saw some remaining panels were hanging. These were resecured with duct tape. The 2 pictures attached are from our camper. They show what the panels look like, how they are attached, and an area where some are missing.
NHTSA complaint #11552718 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Norristown, PA
TIRES
While driving on i95 going on a trip we blew not only this complaint of the pass side that was on the pa turnpike we blew the drivers side rear first and then hours later the drivers side front tire. Each time it appears that the side wall and treads caused the blow out.
NHTSA complaint #11541012 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Sioux Falls, SD2 injured
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Wildwood. The contact stated that the carbon monoxide alarms sounded while in the trailer. The contact and his wife opened up all the doors and windows as they both began to develop headaches and extreme fatigue. The contact and his wife went to the hospital; the contact's wife was treated for carbon monoxide inhalation and was placed on two tanks of oxygen. The contact's wife was released from the hospital the same day, the contact did not need any medical assistance. The contact purchased a carbon monoxide test and turned on the water heater; the tester indicated that the carbon monoxide level was at 100. The contact again aired out the trailer and took the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer used the carbon monoxide tester and their own tester; however, they could not duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and was informed that there was no valid evidence that there were any defects with the camper. The camper was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
NHTSA complaint #11484106 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Sioux Falls, SD2 injured
EQUIPMENT
The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Wildwood. The contact stated that the carbon monoxide alarms sounded while in the trailer. The contact and his wife opened up all the doors and windows as they both began to develop headaches and extreme fatigue. The contact and his wife went to the hospital; the contact's wife was treated for carbon monoxide inhalation and was placed on two tanks of oxygen. The contact's wife was released from the hospital the same day, the contact did not need any medical assistance. The contact purchased a carbon monoxide test and turned on the water heater; the tester indicated that the carbon monoxide level was at 100. The contact again aired out the trailer and took the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer used the carbon monoxide tester and their own tester; however, they could not duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and was informed that there was no valid evidence that there were any defects with the camper. The camper was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
NHTSA complaint #11484106 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Sioux Falls, SD2 injured
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS
The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Wildwood. The contact stated that the carbon monoxide alarms sounded while in the trailer. The contact and his wife opened up all the doors and windows as they both began to develop headaches and extreme fatigue. The contact and his wife went to the hospital; the contact's wife was treated for carbon monoxide inhalation and was placed on two tanks of oxygen. The contact's wife was released from the hospital the same day, the contact did not need any medical assistance. The contact purchased a carbon monoxide test and turned on the water heater; the tester indicated that the carbon monoxide level was at 100. The contact again aired out the trailer and took the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer used the carbon monoxide tester and their own tester; however, they could not duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and was informed that there was no valid evidence that there were any defects with the camper. The camper was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
NHTSA complaint #11484106 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Stewartstown, PA
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
The gas line (propane) for the rear bumper mounted BBQ grill is laid on the main support rail of the chassis of the camper. The issue is there are sharp metal tapping screws the length of the support rail and the hose is rubbing on them. This could eventually cause the hose to leak propane and possibly start a fire under the trailer.
NHTSA complaint #11470199 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Stewartstown, PA
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS
The gas line (propane) for the rear bumper mounted BBQ grill is laid on the main support rail of the chassis of the camper. The issue is there are sharp metal tapping screws the length of the support rail and the hose is rubbing on them. This could eventually cause the hose to leak propane and possibly start a fire under the trailer.
NHTSA complaint #11470199 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Stewartstown, PA
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:LINES AND FITTINGS
The gas line (propane) for the rear bumper mounted BBQ grill is laid on the main support rail of the chassis of the camper. The issue is there are sharp metal tapping screws the length of the support rail and the hose is rubbing on them. This could eventually cause the hose to leak propane and possibly start a fire under the trailer.
NHTSA complaint #11470199 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 100 milesHarlingen, TX
STRUCTURE
The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Wildwood. The contact stated that while driving the RV at an undisclosed speed, another motorist notified her of an issue with the RV. After stopping to inspect the RV, it was discovered that the underbelly of the RV had loosened and was dragging along the road surface. The underbelly was temporally reattached to the subframe. The contact stated that later while driving, the exterior roof lining of the RV became unsecured, detached, and flew up in the air. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 100.
NHTSA complaint #11469831 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 250 milesNew Market, MD
STRUCTURE
The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Wildwood. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the trailer started swaying. The contact veered to the side of the road. Upon inspecting the trailer to determine the cause of the failure, the contact noticed that one of the underbelly pins had detached and flew off and the remaining pins were loosened. The RV was taken to the dealer for repair; however, after the dealer had repaired the RV, the contact inspected the RV and noticed that the pins were still not screwed into the frame. The dealer was notified and repaired the RV. Additionally, the contact stated while driving, she was informed by another driver that the two propane tanks were dragging underneath the trailer. The contact veered to the side of the road and noticed that the plastic covering the propane tanks had separated. The contact stated that the metal rod that maintained the propane tank secured into the holder and plate had detached. The contact stated that the propane tanks were significantly damaged. The contact stored the propane tanks in the trunk of the vehicle. However, while she was removing the tanks, she noticed that one of the propane tanks seemed empty though it was full at the time she stored it in the trunk. The dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified through email and by voicemail. The RV was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 250.
NHTSA complaint #11466739 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 250 milesNew Market, MD
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Wildwood. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the trailer started swaying. The contact veered to the side of the road. Upon inspecting the trailer to determine the cause of the failure, the contact noticed that one of the underbelly pins had detached and flew off and the remaining pins were loosened. The RV was taken to the dealer for repair; however, after the dealer had repaired the RV, the contact inspected the RV and noticed that the pins were still not screwed into the frame. The dealer was notified and repaired the RV. Additionally, the contact stated while driving, she was informed by another driver that the two propane tanks were dragging underneath the trailer. The contact veered to the side of the road and noticed that the plastic covering the propane tanks had separated. The contact stated that the metal rod that maintained the propane tank secured into the holder and plate had detached. The contact stated that the propane tanks were significantly damaged. The contact stored the propane tanks in the trunk of the vehicle. However, while she was removing the tanks, she noticed that one of the propane tanks seemed empty though it was full at the time she stored it in the trunk. The dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified through email and by voicemail. The RV was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 250.
NHTSA complaint #11466739 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Wildwood. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the trailer started swaying. The contact veered to the side of the road. Upon inspecting the trailer to determine the cause of the failure, the contact noticed that one of the underbelly pins had detached and flew off and the remaining pins were loosened. The RV was taken to the dealer for repair; however, after the dealer had repaired the RV, the contact inspected the RV and noticed that the pins were still not screwed into the frame. The dealer was notified and repaired the RV. Additionally, the contact stated while driving, she was informed by another driver that the two propane tanks were dragging underneath the trailer. The contact veered to the side of the road and noticed that the plastic covering the propane tanks had separated. The contact stated that the metal rod that maintained the propane tank secured into the holder and plate had detached. The contact stated that the propane tanks were significantly damaged. The contact stored the propane tanks in the trunk of the vehicle. However, while she was removing the tanks, she noticed that one of the propane tanks seemed empty though it was full at the time she stored it in the trunk. The dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified through email and by voicemail. The RV was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 250.
NHTSA complaint #11466739 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Hartford, KY
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:OVEN/STOVE/COOKTOP
The contact owns a 2022 Forest River Wildwood Towable. The contact stated that after utilizing the glass stove top, the glass top exploded without warning. The glass stove top was in an upward position during the failure. The fractured glass propelled throughout the vehicle but there were no reported injuries. The contact called the local dealer but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
NHTSA complaint #11466735 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.