repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. Unprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
2021 Forest River WildwoodProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 10 owner complaints about the 2021 Forest River Wildwood, most often about the tires. It is covered by 10 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-682 the manufacturer reports only 22% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through March 3, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Forest River Wildwood has problems
10 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
4Tires
2Equipment
2Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
1Suspension
1Wheels
1Exterior lighting
1Structure
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 4 | 0 |
| Equipment | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
10 recalls
2021 Forest River Wildwood recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Potable water: storage tank
Risk. A tank falling to the ground while in transit can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Risk. An awning that detaches increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Lpg systems: lines and fittings
Risk. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
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repaired · 2021 Q4
Other: labels
Risk. An overloaded pin box can fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Risk. A fresh water tank that detaches from the frame could increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Exterior lighting
Risk. Less reflective clearance lamps can affect how other drivers judge the length of the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Appliance: oven/stove/cooktop
Risk. An inverted flame can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control
Risk. If the brakes of the trailer do not engage, it can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Equipment
Risk. A fresh water tank that detaches from the frame could increase the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Forest River.
Best & worst years
2021 vs. every other Wildwood year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Wildwood median. How we score
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- Caution
- Solid
- Best
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In owners' words
What Wildwood owners report
Recent tires complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
CASTL ROCK RADIAL ST226 235/80R16. WHILE TRAVEL AT 65 MPH THE TIRE TREAD ON THE FRONT AXLE OF MY CAMPER CAME APART AND WHIPPED AROUND. THIS WHIPPING CAUSED MULTIPLE PUNCTURE HOLES IN THE REAR TIRE CAUSING THE REAR TIRE TO GO FLAT. THIS CAUSED DAMGAGE TO THE SKIRT OF THE CAMPER AND A DRAIN VALVE.…
Tire exploded while driving, causing loss of control. Spare tire replaced and also did the same thing. Tires had under 5,000 miles on them, tire pressures checked before trip, and tires have been stored indoors. Many people online are having the same issue with these particular tires.
The tire blew out. We noticed it as we were merging onto I65. It could have happened before then. As we have a tandem axel trailer, it was not catastrophic. We have owned the trailer/tires for 13-14 months and have put around 5000 miles on them via monthly trips. I still have the tire and rim. It…
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