CarRecallWatchThe 2014 Forest River Wildwood has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Wheels (4 reports).
2014 Forest River Wildwood recalls
Trailer Brakes May Fail to Engage if Trailer Detaches
The breakaway safety switch on these recreational trailers may not be wired to a constant power source.
Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire
Some fire extinguishers installed in certain recreational vehicles, cargo trailers and restroom trailers may have clogged internals, so they may not discharge as expected or may need excessive force to activate.
Most common 2014 Forest River Wildwood problems
Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 4 |
| Tires | 3 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Parking Brake | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUPPORT FRAME THAT HELD THE FRESH WATER TANK ON THE TRAILER DETACHED. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT WATER WAS LEAKING OUT. WHEN COMING TO A STOP OR WHEN THE TRAILER STRUCK A HOLE OR SPEED BUMP, THE WATER TANK PLACED PRESSURE ON THE VEHICLE'S FRAME, WHICH CAUSED IT TO DROP DOWN AND BEND. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRAME WAS NOT STRONG ENOUGH TO HOLD THE TANK AND HAD PUNCTURED TWO HOLES IN THE PLASTIC WATER TANK, CAUSING WATER. TO LEAK OUT. THE TRAILER WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD X-LITE. WHILE TOWING THE TRAILER, THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE TRAILER WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE NOT AVAILABLE. UPDATED 07/11/17*LJ *CN
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD TRAVEL TRAILER EQUIPPED WITH RIDGEWAY SPORT S/T TIRES (NA), SIZE: 225/7515. UPON INSPECTION OF THE TRAILER, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE SIDEWALL WAS DRY ROTTED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRES WERE PREVIOUSLY REPLACED FOR THE SAME DEFECT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN AND VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WERE UNKNOWN. THE APPROXIMATE TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 300.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD BEING HAULED BY A 2011 FORD F-250. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRAILER SWAYED BACK AND FORTH EXCESSIVELY. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A MECHANIC WHO INDICATED THAT THE 14 INCH TIRES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED WITH 15 INCH TIRES. THE TIRES WERE REPLACED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT MADE SEVERAL ATTEMPTS, BUT WAS UNABLE TO REACH THE MANUFACTURER. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 300. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AXLE WAS WORN WHICH RESULTED IN THE EXCESSIVE TIRE WEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE AXLES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE HAD ITS TIRES REPLACED HOWEVER THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 1,000.
2014 Forest River Wildwood questions
Does the 2014 Forest River Wildwood have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2014 Forest River Wildwood: Trailer Brakes May Fail to Engage if Trailer Detaches; Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire; Equipment:Other:Labels; Equipment. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Forest River Wildwood?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Wheels (4), Tires (3), Suspension (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2014 Forest River Wildwood has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.