FOREST RIVER SALEM 2019: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V933000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FOREST RIVER | SALEM | 2019 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2019-02-04 | 2018-12-27 | 2019-01-31 |
Production Dates: 2018-08-27 - 2018-12-13
Manufacturers Involved: Forest River, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 44-0929
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 151
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Forest River, Inc. "Forest River" is recalling certain 2019 Salem and Wildwood recreational trailers. The power cord hatch is located above the water heater exhaust, possibly resulting in the cord or the hatch melting.
A melted cord may result in bare wiring, increasing the risk of fire.
Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will secure the power cord away from the water heater exhaust, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 574-534-6127. Forest River's number for this recall is 44-0929.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
