Recall 24V-490: 2024–2025 Forest River Salem, 2024–2025 Forest River Wildwood

Forest River, Inc. recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Jun 28, 2024, covering about 573 vehicles.

NHTSA number
24V-490
Report date
Jun 28, 2024
Vehicles affected
573
Owners notified
Jul 26, 2024

The problem

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.

The risk

In the event of an emergency, passengers may not be able to exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

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.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerForest River, Inc.
ComponentStructure › Emergency › Escape/Egress/Exit
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number24V490000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Forest River Salem2024, 2025All years
Forest River Wildwood2024, 2025All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 24V-490?

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.

How is recall 24V-490 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.