FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD 2017: EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V118000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FOREST RIVER | WILDWOOD | 2017 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2017-04-07 | 2017-02-24 | 2017-02-28 |
Production Dates: 2017-01-31 - 2017-02-06
Manufacturers Involved: Forest River, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 72-02162017-0329
Component: EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 17
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Forest River, Inc. "Forest River" is recalling certain 2017 Wildwood recreational trailers, model WDT197BH and Salem recreational trailers, model SMT197BH. The lower sidewall vent for the refrigerator was improperly installed, allowing propane gas to enter the vehicle.
A propane leak into the interior of the vehicle in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire or explosion.
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new vent into the vehicle floor, free of charge. The recall began on April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-260-593-4001. Forest River's number for the recall is 72-02162017-0329.
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.
