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2014 Forest River Wildwood recalls (4)

4 NHTSA safety recalls cover the 2014 Forest River Wildwood. Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about this model year. Every recall repair is free at any Forest River dealer.

4recalls

8owner complaints

1+service bulletins

0do-not-drive / park-outside

Is yours affected? Recalls cover ranges of VINs, not every 2014 Forest River Wildwood. Check your Wildwood by VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.

Every 2014 Forest River Wildwood recall

Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.

Electrical System · NHTSA 18V550000
Aug 21, 2018Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
Problem
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 the trailer house battery causing the brakes to not engage if the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle.
Risk
If the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix
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.
Full recall details for 18V550000 →
Equipment · NHTSA 17V756000
Nov 22, 2017Equipment
Problem
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 trailers and restroom trailers and 2009-2018 Coachmen Mirada, Pursuit, Concord, Leprechaun, Freelander, Orion and Prism motorhomes, 2009-2017 Coachmen Apex and Catalina recreational trailers, and 2013-2017 Shasta Oasis and Revere recreational trailers, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix
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.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0544.
Full recall details for 17V756000 →
Equipment · NHTSA 14V625000
Jul 10, 2014Equipment:Other:Labels
Problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Salem and Wildwood T174BH recreational vehicles manufactured September 18, 2013, to August 29, 2014. The affected vehicles may have an incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) on the certification and tire information labels. As such, the vehicles do not conform to Part 567, "Certification."
Risk
If the trailer is loaded to the specifications listed on the label, tire failure may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Forest River will notify owners, and will provide corrected labels to the owners, free of charge. The recall began on November 11, 2014. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-353-7383. Forest River's number for this recall is 2014-PLT6.
Full recall details for 14V625000 →
Equipment · NHTSA 13V203000
May 17, 2013Equipment
Problem
Forest River is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Forest River models Blue Ridge, Cardinal, Cherokee, Columbus, EVO, Georgetown, Flagstaff, Forester, Lexington, Puma, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandpiper, Sandstorm, Sierra, Stealth, Sunseeker, Wildcat, Wildwood, Work and Play and XLR; Coachmen models Brookstone, Catalina, Chaparral, Concord, Encounter, Freedom Express, Freelander, Leprechaun, Mirada, Pursuit, and Sportcoach; Prime Time models Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Saniber, and Tracer; Palomino model Maverick Truck Camper; Cargo Mate model Eliminator and Shasta models Revere, Phoenix recreational vehicles manufactured from February 13, 2013, through April 18, 2013. Due to a design change in the power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.
Risk
If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Fix
Forest River will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with motors of a different design. The safety recall began on July 29, 2013. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-389-4600 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.
Full recall details for 13V203000 →

2014 Forest River Wildwood complaints and service bulletins

Owners filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Forest River Wildwood, reporting 1 crashes. Forest River has issued at least 1 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.

Most-reported components

Wheels4
Tires3
Suspension2
Parking Brake1
Service Brakes1
Structure1

Service bulletins by component

Equipment (1)

Public reports · not verified

What people reported

Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Forest River Wildwood. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.

Crash
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD THAT WAS BEING TOWED ON A 2004 GMC YUKON. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE MERGING ONTO AN INTERSTATE, THE TRAILER BEGAN SWAYING ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT WAS BRAKING TO A STOP BUT THE TRAILER CONTINUED TO SWAY DESPITE HAVING THE PARKING BRAKE SECURED.”
2014 FOREST RIVER WILDWOODJul 18, 2014
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10614580
“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.”
2014 FOREST RIVER WILDWOODOct 30, 2019
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11277067
“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.”
2014 FOREST RIVER WILDWOODApr 6, 2017
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10971008
“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.”
2014 FOREST RIVER WILDWOODOct 6, 2016
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10914224
“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.”
2014 FOREST RIVER WILDWOODAug 11, 2016
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10895178

Search the official database: NHTSA. Excerpts are quoted from the public record, shortened at a sentence and with personal details removed.

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2014 Forest River Wildwood recalls (4)

4 NHTSA safety recalls cover the 2014 Forest River Wildwood. Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about this model year. Every recall repair is free at any Forest River dealer.

4recalls

8owner complaints

1+service bulletins

0do-not-drive / park-outside

Is yours affected? Recalls cover ranges of VINs, not every 2014 Forest River Wildwood. Check your Wildwood by VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.

Every 2014 Forest River Wildwood recall

Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.

Electrical System · NHTSA 18V550000

Aug 21, 2018Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery

Problem: 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 the trailer house battery causing the brakes to not engage if the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle.
Risk: If the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.

Full recall details for 18V550000 →

Equipment · NHTSA 17V756000

Nov 22, 2017Equipment

Problem: 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 trailers and restroom trailers and 2009-2018 Coachmen Mirada, Pursuit, Concord, Leprechaun, Freelander, Orion and Prism motorhomes, 2009-2017 Coachmen Apex and Catalina recreational trailers, and 2013-2017 Shasta Oasis and Revere recreational trailers, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0544.

Full recall details for 17V756000 →

Equipment · NHTSA 14V625000

Jul 10, 2014Equipment:Other:Labels

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Salem and Wildwood T174BH recreational vehicles manufactured September 18, 2013, to August 29, 2014. The affected vehicles may have an incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) on the certification and tire information labels. As such, the vehicles do not conform to Part 567, "Certification."
Risk: If the trailer is loaded to the specifications listed on the label, tire failure may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Forest River will notify owners, and will provide corrected labels to the owners, free of charge. The recall began on November 11, 2014. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-353-7383. Forest River's number for this recall is 2014-PLT6.

Full recall details for 14V625000 →

Equipment · NHTSA 13V203000

May 17, 2013Equipment

Problem: Forest River is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Forest River models Blue Ridge, Cardinal, Cherokee, Columbus, EVO, Georgetown, Flagstaff, Forester, Lexington, Puma, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandpiper, Sandstorm, Sierra, Stealth, Sunseeker, Wildcat, Wildwood, Work and Play and XLR; Coachmen models Brookstone, Catalina, Chaparral, Concord, Encounter, Freedom Express, Freelander, Leprechaun, Mirada, Pursuit, and Sportcoach; Prime Time models Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Saniber, and Tracer; Palomino model Maverick Truck Camper; Cargo Mate model Eliminator and Shasta models Revere, Phoenix recreational vehicles manufactured from February 13, 2013, through April 18, 2013. Due to a design change in the power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.
Risk: If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Fix: Forest River will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with motors of a different design. The safety recall began on July 29, 2013. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-389-4600 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.

Full recall details for 13V203000 →

2014 Forest River Wildwood complaints and service bulletins

Most-reported components

Wheels4

Tires3

Suspension2

Parking Brake1

Service Brakes1

Structure1

Service bulletins by component

Equipment (1)

What people reported

Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Forest River Wildwood. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.

Crash

“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD THAT WAS BEING TOWED ON A 2004 GMC YUKON. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE MERGING ONTO AN INTERSTATE, THE TRAILER BEGAN SWAYING ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT WAS BRAKING TO A STOP BUT THE TRAILER CONTINUED TO SWAY DESPITE HAVING THE PARKING BRAKE SECURED.”

2014 FOREST RIVER WILDWOODJul 18, 2014

Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10614580

“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.”

2014 FOREST RIVER WILDWOODOct 30, 2019

Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11277067

“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.”

2014 FOREST RIVER WILDWOODApr 6, 2017

Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10971008

“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.”

2014 FOREST RIVER WILDWOODOct 6, 2016

Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10914224

“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.”

2014 FOREST RIVER WILDWOODAug 11, 2016

Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10895178

Search the official database: NHTSA. Excerpts are quoted from the public record, shortened at a sentence and with personal details removed.