NHTSA lists 4 complaints for the 2025 Forest River Salem, 0 of them mention a crash and 0 mention a fire. 1 complaints mention an injury, with 2 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-08.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as FOREST RIVER SALEM.
Recalls
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8 recalls.
Date: 2026-05-29. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Defect: 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.
Consequence: The incorrect wiring may not make adequate contact, increasing the amperage and risk of a fire.
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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2025-10-17. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A tire can be overinflated after referencing the incorrect information, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2025-10-10. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: 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.
Consequence: Unprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2025-06-20. Systems: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, STRUCTURE.
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A door that remains locked can prevent or delay occupants from evacuating during an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.
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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2025-06-10. Systems: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES.
Defect: 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.
Consequence: An open gate can striking other road users and increases the risk of injury.
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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2025-04-14. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Defect: 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. (excerpt)
Consequence: Steps that detach while in use increase the risk of injury. (excerpt)
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 (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2024-08-22. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Defect: 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.
Consequence: Tire failure can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2024-06-28. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Defect: 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.
Consequence: In the event of an emergency, passengers may not be able to exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
6 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 6 |
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11028122
Date: 2026-01-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Drain vent repair if it has reverse slope.
11019713
Date: 2025-06-25. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
This is a product service bulletin from Global Link concerning counterfeit keys for entry doors being sold on certain websites. Forest River is reporting as we are sharing with the dealer body.
11016998
Date: 2025-04-15. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Generic front wall print for dealer reference.
11010531
Date: 2024-11-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Holding Tank Monitoring System trouble shooting guide for dealers to use for certain tank level sensors and monitors.
11008955
Date: 2024-10-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
General instructions on how to winterize an OEM installed misting system.
11005353
Date: 2024-07-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
This is a LCI authored document in which clarifies the axles' bearing grease frequently asked questions. This document is not tied to a specific make, model or model year. This document covers any recreational trailer manufactured with an LCI axle(s). The owner/operator will know which brand axle(s)