Recall 17V118000: 2017 Forest River Salem, 2017 Forest River Wildwood
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 24, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 17
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
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.
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.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V118000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 72-02162017-0329
- Manufacturer
- Forest River, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Apr 7, 2017
- Components
- Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems (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