Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain 2024 Forest River Salem

Aug 22, 2024 — Recall Campaign #24V628000

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024 Forest River Salem, and Wildwood travel trailers. The tire may contact the outrigger, causing the tire to fail.

The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 34 units affected.

See recall notice

NHTSA Safety Recall Notice

24V628000

Manufacturer:	Forest River, Inc.
Recall date:	August 22, 2024
NHTSA Campaign #:	24V628000
Units affected:	34

Description:: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024 Forest River Salem, and Wildwood travel trailers. The tire may contact the outrigger, causing the tire to fail.
Consequeces:: Tire failure can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective action:: Dealers will replace and relocate the outriggers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 10, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 44-1831.
Notes:: 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.

Affects the following:

2024 FOREST RIVER SALEM Complaints
Fireplace within entertainment center/slide began to work only on low. Cleaned unit, had to pull access panel to access electrical outlet that fireplace was plugged into. Found a browned outlet face. Turned off circuit, pulled outlet and found a charred electrical line and back of outlet. This was probably moments from being a fire. Attempted to contact Forest River - Salem Cruise Lite division but never received any communication back.;
2024 FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD Complaints
The contact owns a 2024 Forest River Wildwood Trailer. The contact stated that excessive heat generated by the oven and there was no venting system around the appliance. The contact stated that during normal operation, the heat buildup caused melting of the backsplash behind the oven and melting and heat damage beneath an adjacent drawer. The contact stated that smoke, overheating, and melting were observed. No fire had occurred; however, the contact expressed concerns that there was a potential fire hazard. The trailer was permanently parked and was not inspected. A repair shop inspected the trailer onsite and advised the contact that the oven, backsplash, and venting system needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer advised using smaller pots while operating the oven; however, the contact remained concerned that the lack of venting had not been addressed. The contact stated that the manufacturer declined the warranty coverage or goodwill assistance to repair the RV. The RV was not repaired.;