| Issue ID | 1566385 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11209153 |
| Manufacurer | Forest River, Inc. |
| Brand | FOREST RIVER |
| Model | WILDWOOD |
| Model Year | 2019 |
| File date | 05/04/19 |
| Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | I recently purchased at 2019 wildwood fsx 280rt. When i towed it empty i had no problems with the trailer. Once loaded with a side by side the trailer became very unstable and swayed greatly from side to side. I stopped and filled the freshwater tank to try and offset the weight to no avail. I had a local rv professional look at the trailer and they advised that the axle placement of this trailer appears to be a cause of concern. I was advised that the axle placement on this unit appears way to far forward and when loaded removes the majority of the tongue weight from the trailer. When i compared this hauler to other toy haulers it was apparent that the axles on other toy haulers are much further back which allows proper tongue weight when loaded. I am currently towing this trailer with a 3/4 ton ram 2500 with a weight distribution hitch so the vehicle is definitely not an issue. Based on the axle location of this vehicle i feel it is unsafe to tow and is currently grounded until we can determine a corrective course of action. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 50 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | BENTON, AR |
| VIN pattern | 4X4TWDD22KYXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 65 |
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