NHTSA Recall 22V920000: Refrigerator (equipment)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 262 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Forest River Salem.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V920000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 22-1580 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › APPLIANCE › REFRIGERATOR |
| Report received | December 13, 2022 |
| Owner notification | January 10, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023 Salem, Stealth EVO, and Wildwood travel trailers. The 8-gauge wire connected to the 12-Volt refrigerator may not have over-current protection, which can cause the wire to melt.
Safety risk
Melted wiring can cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a 20-AMP mini-breaker, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5413. Forest River's number for this recall is 22-1580.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V920000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Forest River Salem | 2023 |
| Forest River Stealth Evo | 2023 |
| Forest River Wildwood | 2023 |
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.