NHTSA Recall 24V490000: Escape/egress/exit (structure)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 573 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Forest River Salem.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V490000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 72-1805 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › EMERGENCY › ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT |
| Report received | June 28, 2024 |
| Owner notification | July 26, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
In the event of an emergency, passengers may not be able to exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 24V490000
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.