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2025 Forest River Salem Recalls & Complaints

The 2025 Forest River Salem has 8 NHTSA recall campaigns and 5 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Forest River dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2025 Forest River Salem. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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2025 Forest River Salem owner complaints

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Forest River Salem, describing incidents dated February 27, 2025 to October 1, 2026.

Most-cited components

Electrical System 2 complaints
Equipment 2 complaints
Structure 2 complaints
Latches/Locks/Linkages 1 complaint
Suspension 1 complaint
Unknown or Other 1 complaint

Together, the 5 complaints on file report 2 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).

Newest complaints

ODI #11772704 · Filed October 21, 2026
Our fireplace in our rv won’t turn on may be a wiring issue
ODI #11723399 · Filed March 10, 2026
Purchased this camper as brand new from camping world in November of 2025, after towing the camper home with my family in the vehicle, I proceeded to go through it about a week later to prepare it for winter. Upon going under the trailer I found two bolts that secure the leaf springs to the frame to…
ODI #11654733 · Filed April 15, 2025
The tempered glass covering the interior electric fireplace exploded randomly, sending shards of glass throughout the trailer. There was no warning, and we were simply sitting in the trailer enjoying the day. The fireplace was not turned on, and there was no power to the trailer. Battery was turned…

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Incorrect Fireplace Outlet Wiring May Cause Fire

NHTSA #26V352000 · Equipment — Electrical · NHTSA notice

Reported May 29, 2026 · Forest River, Inc.

Potentially affected: 2,338 vehicles

Repair completion: 11.04% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Owners notified June 29, 2026 · Vehicles built through February 19, 2025 (per NHTSA) · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation

Defect description

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Wildwood, Salem and 2026 Stealth EVO travel trailers. The fireplace outlet may have the incorrect wiring.

Safety consequence

The incorrect wiring may not make adequate contact, increasing the amperage and risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the wiring and outlet, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 29, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5410.

Incorrect Tire Inflation Information on Label

NHTSA #25V707000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice

Reported October 17, 2025 · Forest River, Inc.

Potentially affected: 23 vehicles

Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Forest River campaign 51-1991 · Owners notified October 29, 2025 · Vehicles built January 27, 2025 – June 18, 2025 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025 Stealth EVO, RPOD, 2025-2026 Wildwood, and Salem recreational trailers. The tire information label may list the incorrect tire inflation information.

Safety consequence

A tire can be overinflated after referencing the incorrect information, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 29, 2025. Owners of Salem, Wildwood, and Stealth EVO may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5410. Owner of RPOD may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-3112. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1991.

Missing Over Current Protection May Cause Fire

NHTSA #25V682000 · Electrical System — Wiring · NHTSA notice

Reported October 10, 2025 · Forest River, Inc.

Potentially affected: 20,305 vehicles

Repair completion: 21.97% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Forest River campaign 51-1987 · Owners notified November 18, 2025 · Vehicles built March 10, 2015 – June 5, 2025 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Forest River Aurora, Coachmen Catalina, 2026 Coachmen Viking, Coachmen Clipper, 2016-2026 Wildwood, and Salem recreational trailers. The distribution panel wire may be connected to the battery without over current protection.

Safety consequence

Unprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will relocate the distribution panel wire to the correct side of the breaker, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-4995. Forest River's number for this recall is 205-1987.

Patio Door Transit Latch Cannot be Unlocked from the Inside

NHTSA #25V425000 · Structure — Emergency — Escape/Egress/Exit — Latching/Release System · NHTSA notice

Reported June 20, 2025 · Forest River, Inc.

Potentially affected: 126 vehicles

Repair completion: 63.49% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Forest River campaign 69-1945 · Owners notified July 22, 2025 · Vehicles built February 21, 2025 – May 30, 2025 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Wildwood and Salem travel trailer recreational trailers. The exterior transit latch on the rear patio door cannot be unlocked from inside the vehicle.

Safety consequence

A door that remains locked can prevent or delay occupants from evacuating during an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will remove the exterior transit latch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 69-1945.

Side Entry Gate May Open During Transit

NHTSA #25V364000 · Latches/Locks/Linkages · NHTSA notice

Reported June 10, 2025 · Forest River, Inc.

Potentially affected: 1,367 vehicles

Repair completion: 61.52% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Forest River campaign 51-1935 · Owners notified July 2, 2025 · Vehicles built August 27, 2024 – May 21, 2025 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025 Salem and Wildwood travel trailers. The side entry gate latch may become unlocked, allowing the strut to open the gate during transit.

Safety consequence

An open gate can striking other road users and increases the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will install a warning label and tethered pin and remove the strut, free of chare. Owner notification letters were mailed July 2, 2025. Owner may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1935.

Removable Steps May Detach While In Use

NHTSA #25V245000 · Structure — Body — Step/Ladder · NHTSA notice

Reported April 14, 2025 · Forest River, Inc.

Potentially affected: 4,179 vehicles

Repair completion: 48.5% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Forest River campaign 51-1915 · Owners notified April 28, 2025

Defect description

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Coachmen Catalina, Forest River Aurora, Cascade, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Sandpiper, Sierra, 2025 Campsite Reserve, Impression, Pause, Puma, Sabre, Salem, Vengeance, and Wildwood fifth wheel and travel trailers, equipped with a removable step assembly. The clip-on bracket mounting bolts may come loose, allowing the steps to detach.

Safety consequence

Steps that detach while in use increase the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair or replace the clip-on bracket as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2025. Owners may contact customer service at Aurora & Catalina (1-574-825-4995), Campsite Reserve, Cascade, Cherokee, Sabre, Vengeance (1-260-499-2100), Cedar Creek (1-260-593-4000), Impression (1-574-327-2716), Pause (1-574-327-2681), Puma (1-574-642-0588), Sierra & Sandpiper (1-574-534-4574), and Salem & Wildwood (1-574-534-3167). Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1915.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1- 888-275-9171), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Tire May Fail and Cause Crash

NHTSA #24V629000 · Structure — Frame and Members · NHTSA notice

Reported August 22, 2024 · Forest River, Inc.

Potentially affected: 132 vehicles

Repair completion: 69.7% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Forest River campaign 69-1833 · Owners notified September 18, 2024 · Vehicles built October 18, 2023 – August 14, 2024 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Salem SBF325RL, and Wildwood WBF325RL travel trailers. The tires may contact chassis components, causing the tires to fail.

Safety consequence

Tire failure can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will install a riser kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 69-1833.

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.

Missing Secondary Emergency Exit Window

NHTSA #24V490000 · Structure — Emergency — Escape/Egress/Exit · NHTSA notice

Reported June 28, 2024 · Forest River, Inc.

Potentially affected: 573 vehicles

Repair completion: 69.46% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Forest River campaign 72-1805 · Owners notified July 26, 2024

Defect description

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Salem, and Wildwood travel trailers. The affected vehicles may not have a secondary emergency exit installed.

Safety consequence

In the event of an emergency, passengers may not be able to exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will install an emergency exit window, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 72-1805.

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.nhtsa.gov.

try.vin has no NCAP crash-test rating on file for the 2025 Forest River Salem. NHTSA rates some vehicles by body style — pickups by cab, vans by roof height — so check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

5 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2025 Forest River Salem.

Electrical System; Equipment

ODI #11772704

Incident: October 1, 2026 · Filed: October 21, 2026

Our fireplace in our rv won’t turn on may be a wiring issue

Suspension

ODI #11723399

Incident: November 15, 2025 · Filed: March 10, 2026

Purchased this camper as brand new from camping world in November of 2025, after towing the camper home with my family in the vehicle, I proceeded to go through it about a week later to prepare it for winter. Upon going under the trailer I found two bolts that secure the leaf springs to the frame to be loose. One of them (front bolt of front driver side leaf spring ) was 3/4 of the way out, the other the nut was on by just 1 thread and the bolt was also backing out. This could have caused a serious accident or death as the vehicle could have rolled over or collided with another vehicle while turning. I proceeded to contact the dealership, they told me to contact Forrest river directly. I have submitted photos of issues and had back and forth correspondence and they have still not corrected the issue.. it has now been 3 months since I first reported this, and no one has corrected anything. Due to the severity of the issue I can not tow it to be serviced anywhere. I will be contacting my states attorney general as well to file a complaint.

Structure; Equipment; Unknown or Other

ODI #11654733

2 injuries

Incident: April 11, 2025 · Filed: April 15, 2025

The tempered glass covering the interior electric fireplace exploded randomly, sending shards of glass throughout the trailer. There was no warning, and we were simply sitting in the trailer enjoying the day. The fireplace was not turned on, and there was no power to the trailer. Battery was turned off, and the temperature inside the trailer was 70 degrees. There were no weak spots, dings, chips, or any other flaw in the glass.

Electrical System

ODI #11654732

Incident: February 27, 2025 · Filed: April 15, 2025

The slide out mechanism is not strong enough to pull the slide out into the trailer itself for transport. This must be manually done, underneath the trailer, with a crescent wrench, even after extensive troubleshooting. The slide out does not operate independently, even when all cargo is removed.

Structure; Latches/Locks/Linkages

ODI #11654464

Incident: April 14, 2025 · Filed: April 14, 2025

The latch on the gate on the rear patio failed to remain secure, and the gate swung open multiple times driving down the freeway. We had to pull over and secure the latch manually.

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