NHTSA vehicle safety data
2027 Forest River Salem Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2027 Forest River Salem has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Forest River dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2027 Forest River Salem. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:OVEN/STOVE/COOKTOP
NHTSA #26V586000Reported September 10, 2026 · Forest River, Inc.
Potentially affected: 60 vehicles
Defect description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2027 Salem and Wildwood travel trailers. The exterior griddle may be stowed while still connected to the LP gas line.
Safety consequence
A griddle stowed while the gas is still in use can increase the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will install a clamp on the griddle to ensure it cannot be stowed with gas connected, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 15, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 06-2095.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
NHTSA #26V439000Reported July 8, 2026 · Forest River, Inc.
Potentially affected: 18 vehicles
Defect description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Wildwood and Salem travel trailers. The Federal Placard may have the incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other than Passenger Cars."
Safety consequence
Referencing the incorrect GVWR may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will install a new corrected label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall 04-2075.
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