Recall 22V562000: Forest River, Inc.
Official NHTSA recall notice text, the vehicles it lists, and the RV model years on this site that it is linked to.
Key facts
- NHTSA campaign 22V562000 was filed by Forest River, Inc. and received on August 2, 2022.
- Type: Vehicle recall. Component: EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER; STRUCTURE:BODY.
- Potential units affected, as reported by the manufacturer: 609.
- The manufacturer reports notifying owners on September 8, 2022.
- First seen in this dataset on September 19, 2026.
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Defect summary (official text)
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Salem and Wildwood fifth wheel travel trailers. The awning rail may not be attached to a backer in the sidewall, which can allow the awning to detach while the vehicle is in motion.
Consequence (official text)
An awning that detaches increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy (official text)
Dealers will inspect for backers and reattach the awning if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 69-1538.
Notes and contacts as published
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.
Manufacturer campaign number: 69-1538.
Vehicles listed in the notice
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| FOREST RIVER | SALEM | 2021 to 2022 |
| FOREST RIVER | WILDWOOD | 2021 to 2022 |
RV model years on this site linked to this campaign
- 2021 Forest River Salem listed in the notice
- 2022 Forest River Salem listed in the notice
- 2021 Forest River Wildwood listed in the notice
- 2022 Forest River Wildwood listed in the notice
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