2018 FOREST RIVER SALEM Safety Overview
The 2018 FOREST RIVER SALEM has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 9 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Electrical system:wiring
- Trailer hitches
- Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as unprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for FOREST RIVER SALEM owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
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Unprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 25V682000: Unprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
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If the brakes of the trailer do not engage, it can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 20V563000: If the brakes of the trailer do not engage, it can result in a loss of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
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If the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 18V550000: If the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
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The covered water heater exhaust panel could increase the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 18V436000: The covered water heater exhaust panel could increase the risk of injury. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
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Incorrect tire pressure information can cause the operator to under inflate the tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 18V232000: Incorrect tire pressure information can cause the operator to under inflate... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
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If the incorrect label causes the operator to install tires of the wrong size, vehicle handling may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 17V790000: If the incorrect label causes the operator to install tires of the wrong... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
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In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 17V756000: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
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An incorrect weight on the label may affect how the operator loads the vehicle, impacting the handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 17V484000: An incorrect weight on the label may affect how the operator loads the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
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The incorrect information may cause the operator to install an incorrect replacement rim or tire, overinflate the tire, or overload the vehicle, all scenarios that may increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 17V282000: The incorrect information may cause the operator to install an incorrect... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.