CarRecallWatchThe 2020 Forest River Wildwood has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (1 report).
2020 Forest River Wildwood recalls
Wiring Could Bypass Breaker, Raising Fire Risk
Certain recreational trailers may have a distribution panel wire connected to the battery without overcurrent protection.
Water Tank May Detach From Trailer Frame, Raising Crash Risk
Certain travel trailers have a fresh water tank that may not be properly secured to the vehicle's frame.
Gas leak at stove valve can cause fire
The saddle valve securing bolt on the three-burner cooktop may have been overtightened during assembly.
Trailer brakes may fail to engage if trailer separates
Certain Forest River travel trailers may have a breakaway safety switch that is not wired to constant power.
Loose Fresh Water Tank Could Detach and Raise Crash Risk
Certain motorhomes may have a fresh water tank that is not properly secured to the vehicle's frame.
Trailer brakes may fail to engage if trailer separates
Certain 2020 Forest River recreational trailers may have a faulty emergency breakaway switch.
Rubber gas line can melt and leak propane, causing fire risk
Certain 2020 travel trailers were built with a rubber liquid propane (LP) gas line supplying the cooktop, when a copper line was required.
Most common 2020 Forest River Wildwood problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
Tire size 205/75/r14 on a 2020 Forest River Wildwood single axel camper. Today was the second time one of these tires failed. The first time was early November of 2024, we were traveling in I69 in Indiana at around 65mph when the drivers side tire rapidly deflated and came apart. Today, we were traveling around 70mph on I70 in Indiana when I heard an explosion type sound and looked in my mirror to see tread flying in the air. During the first time, damage to the camper was minimal. Today bent metal and damaged the leveler, likely beyond repair. The tire that blew today was the spare tire that was put on in November. This was the first time that tire had been mounted and it had less than 500
The contact's husband owns a 2020 Forest River Wildwood. The contact stated that while using the propane tank, a strong propane odor was coming from the trailer. Upon investigation, the contact discovered a leak underneath the trailer from the propane line. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the RV was not under recall. The contact was given an estimate for the repair. The RV was not repaired. The failure mileage was 0.
Fresh water tank sags and is not secured to the frame, Due to the sag the water tank could slip through the beams and detach from the trailer.
2020 Forest River Wildwood questions
Does the 2020 Forest River Wildwood have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2020 Forest River Wildwood: Wiring Could Bypass Breaker, Raising Fire Risk; Water Tank May Detach From Trailer Frame, Raising Crash Risk; Gas leak at stove valve can cause fire; Trailer brakes may fail to engage if trailer separates; Loose Fresh Water Tank Could Detach and Raise Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Forest River Wildwood?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (1), Equipment (1), Tires (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 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.