2019 FOREST RIVER SALEM Safety Overview
The 2019 FOREST RIVER SALEM has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 11 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Electrical system:wiring
- Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer
- Trailer hitches
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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A fresh water tank that detaches from the frame could increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 21V621000: A fresh water tank that detaches from the frame could increase the risk of... 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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A fresh water tank that detaches from the frame could increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 20V482000: A fresh water tank that detaches from the frame could increase the risk of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
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A melted cord may result in bare wiring, increasing the risk of fire.
NHTSA Recall 18V933000: A melted cord may result in bare wiring, increasing the risk of fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Forest River, Inc (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Forest River Salem and Wildwood recrea...
Inoperative clearance lights can reduce the trailers visibility to others, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 18V856000: Inoperative clearance lights can reduce the trailers visibility to others... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
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The missing bearing race may cause premature hub bearing failure, possibly resulting in a separation of the hub from the axle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 18V624000: The missing bearing race may cause premature hub bearing failure, possibly... 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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If the trailer does not brake when it becomes detached from the tow vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 18V428000: If the trailer does not brake when it becomes detached from the tow... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
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If the axle contacts the chassis, it could result in axle failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 18V386000: If the axle contacts the chassis, it could result in axle failure... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.