NHTSA Recall 26V439000: Labels (equipment)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 18 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Forest River Salem.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V439000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 04-2075 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | July 8, 2026 |
| Owner notification | July 22, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Wildwood and Salem travel trailers. The Federal Placard may have the incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other than Passenger Cars."
Safety risk
Referencing the incorrect GVWR may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new corrected label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall 04-2075.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V439000
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.