Recall 10V281000: 2011 Forest River Salem, 2011 Forest River Wildwood

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Jun 24, 2010
Vehicles affected
1,488
Models
2
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Forest river is recalling certain model year 2011 salem and wildwood travel and fifth wheel trailers manufactured from october 2009 through june 11, 2010. The temperature control mechanism of the water heater may have been damaged during installation in the unit. As a result, the burner may flame up out of control when lit.

The risk

The excess flame outside of the burner chamber can result in a fire in the rv trailer.

The fix

Dealers will repair or replace the water heater free of charge. The safety recall began on june 15, 2010. Owners may contact forest river at 574-534-6913.

Notes

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Affected vehicles

  • 2011 Forest River Salem
  • 2011 Forest River Wildwood

Details

NHTSA campaign
10V281000
Manufacturer
FOREST RIVER, INC.
Owner letters
Jun 15, 2010
Components
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:water heater (Other / Unknown)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology