FOREST RIVER SALEM 2021: EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 22V562000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FOREST RIVER | SALEM | 2021 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2022-09-08 | 2022-08-02 | 2022-08-02 |
Manufacturers Involved: Forest River, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 69-1538
Component: EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 609
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Forest River, Inc. "Forest River" is recalling certain 2021-2022 Salem and Wildwood fifth wheel travel trailers. The awning rail may not be attached to a backer in the sidewall, which can allow the awning to detach while the vehicle is in motion.
An awning that detaches increases the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect for backers and reattach the awning if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 69-1538.
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.nhtsa.gov.
