2014 FOREST RIVER SALEM

4 recalls, 1 complaints - 1 TSBs

18V550000 Aug 21, 2018
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Defect Description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Forest River Salem, Wildcat Maxx, Wildwood, Vibe, and Rainier recreational trailers. The break-away safety switch may not have been wired to a constant power source, and, as a result, the switch may be inadvertently disconnected from ... Read more
Consequence
If the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new wiring harness to reroute the wiring, free of charge. The recall began September 25, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5410. Forest River's number for this recall is 22/30-0824.
5,847 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Forest River, Inc.
17V756000 Nov 22, 2017
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2003-2018 Forest River Berkshire, Charleston, Rockport, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Riverstone, Salem, Sandpiper, Sierra, Vengeance, Wildcat, Wildwood, XLR Boost, Cargo Mate, Continental Cargo, motorhomes, recreational trailers, toyhaulers, cargo tra... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on December 27, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www... Read more
365,885 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Forest River, Inc.
14V625000 Oct 7, 2014
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Salem and Wildwood T174BH recreational vehicles manufactured September 18, 2013, to August 29, 2014. The affected vehicles may have an incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) on the certification and tire information l... Read more
Consequence
If the trailer is loaded to the specifications listed on the label, tire failure may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and will provide corrected labels to the owners, free of charge. The recall began on November 11, 2014. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-353-7383. Forest River's number for this recall is 2014-PLT6.
205 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Forest River, Inc.
13V203000 May 17, 2013
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Forest River is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Forest River models Blue Ridge, Cardinal, Cherokee, Columbus, EVO, Georgetown, Flagstaff, Forester, Lexington, Puma, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandpiper, Sandstorm, Sierra, Stealth, Sunseeker, Wildcat, Wildwood, Work and Play and XLR; Coachmen mod... Read more
Consequence
If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with motors of a different design. The safety recall began on July 29, 2013. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-389-4600 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to d... Read more
9,526 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Forest River, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

1 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
TIRES1
TIRES Sep 10, 2014
Incident date: Aug 15, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FOREST RIVER SALEM RECREATIONAL VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH VAIL SPORT ST LH99 TIRES, SIZE 225/75D15. THE CONTACT NOTICED TREAD SEPARATION AND A BUBBLE ON THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE ORIGINAL TIRE WITH THE SPARE TIRE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE ... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2014 FOREST RIVER SALEM

1 manufacturer communications from 1 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT1
511213 Aug 5, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a document that describes how to take the required photos to assess the slideroom mechanism for adjustment and function.

FOREST RIVER SALEM - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the FOREST RIVER SALEM across all model years (1997, 2026).

128 Total Recalls
142 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
1 Reported Crashes
6 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

FOREST RIVER SALEM - Year by Year

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Year Recalls Complaints
2026 5 0 View
2025 8 7 View
2024 10 8 View
2023 5 3 View
2022 7 22 View
2021 10 4 View
2020 7 14 View
2019 11 9 View
2018 9 7 View
2017 9 6 View
2016 8 15 View
2015 5 14 View
2014 (current) 4 1
2013 2 2 View
2012 1 4 View
2011 3 3 View
2010 2 2 View
2009 1 0 View
2008 3 3 View
2007 2 0 View
2006 2 0 View
2005 2 0 View
2004 3 5 View
2003 3 9 View
2002 1 1 View
2001 1 3 View
2000 1 0 View
1999 1 0 View
1998 1 0 View
1997 1 0 View

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