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NHTSA Recall 20V482000: Equipment

Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 643 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Forest River Salem.

643
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2020
owners notified (September 23)
NHTSA campaign20V482000
Manufacturer campaign22-1219
ComponentEQUIPMENT
Report receivedAugust 14, 2020
Owner notificationSeptember 23, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Salem and Wildwood motorhomes. The fresh water tank may not be properly secured to the vehicle's frame.

Safety risk

A fresh water tank that detaches from the frame could increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will properly secure the holding tank, free of charge. This recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5410. Forest River's number for this recall is 22-1219.

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.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 20V482000

Make and modelModel years
Forest River Salem2019, 2020, 2021
Forest River Wildwood2019, 2020, 2021

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.