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Forest River · Ownership Record · Model Years 2005–2027

Forest RiverSalem & Wildwood Year by Year

What the federal record holds for this line, model year by model year. 64 recall campaigns and 182 owner complaints are on file across 23 model years between 2005 and 2027. These are counts of records, not a quality score, and an empty year is an empty record rather than a clean one — see how to read the table below.

The Record at a Glance

64recalls
Campaigns on file
182filings
Owner complaints
23years
Model years with records
13peak
Most campaigns in one year (2019)
Line · Forest River Salem & Wildwood Record spans · 2005–2027 Source · NHTSA

01 How to read this page

Two thirds of towable buyers buy used, and a brochure for the current model year says nothing about the one on the lot. This page buckets every federal record we hold for the Forest River Salem & Wildwood by the model year NHTSA assigns to it, so a 2005 unit can be read on its own terms.

A recall campaign is a manufacturer-filed safety campaign. One campaign usually covers several model years, so the same campaign can appear in more than one row below; the totals in the summary count each campaign once.

An owner complaint is one filing by one owner. It is an allegation, not a finding, and NHTSA does not verify it before publishing. Complaints and recalls are different things and are never added together.

An empty row is an empty record, not a clean year. A model year with no campaigns and no complaints means nothing was filed under this line’s name and matched our attribution, which is not the same as nothing going wrong. It is also not evidence the line was not built that year — we publish no production-span claim because we hold no verified source for one. Complaint volume in particular tracks how many units are on the road and how long owners have had them, not just how good the trailer is.

02 Year by year, 2005 to 2027

Model yearRecall campaignsOwner complaintsComplaints citing fireComplaints citing a crashComplaints reporting injury
200531
2006321
2007212
2008410
20093
201031
2011461
201216
201327
2014491
20156121
20168141
20179101
20189171
20191310
20207153
202111142
20227211
202375
2024115
2025851
20266
20271

Range is the span of the federal record for this line, not a production span. Disclosed rather than dropped: 43 complaints name a model year before 2005, so they are not counted above.

03 What the record adds up to

Across 23 model years of records, the busiest recall year is 2019 with 13 campaigns, and the busiest complaint year is 2022 with 21 filings. Later model years carry fewer complaints simply because owners have had less time to file.

The component groups named most often in recall campaigns on this line are Equipment (37), Suspension (7) and Structure (6).

Owner complaints cluster on Tires (45), Structure (34) and Equipment (29).

Of the 182 complaints on file, 9 cite a fire, 2 cite a crash and 3 report an injury. Those three fields are the owner’s own answers on the filing form.

04 The record, year by year

Model year 2027

1 recall campaign on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
8 Jul 202626V439000EquipmentReferencing the incorrect GVWR may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Model year 2026

6 recall campaigns on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
8 Jul 202626V439000EquipmentReferencing the incorrect GVWR may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
29 May 202626V352000EquipmentThe incorrect wiring may not make adequate contact, increasing the amperage and risk of a fire.
17 Oct 202525V708000EquipmentA griddle stowed while the gas is still in use can increase the risk of a fire.
17 Oct 202525V707000EquipmentA tire can be overinflated after referencing the incorrect information, increasing the risk of a crash.
10 Oct 202525V682000Electrical systemUnprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
20 Jun 202525V425000StructureA door that remains locked can prevent or delay occupants from evacuating during an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.

Model year 2025

8 recall campaigns and 5 owner complaints on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
29 May 202626V352000EquipmentThe incorrect wiring may not make adequate contact, increasing the amperage and risk of a fire.
17 Oct 202525V707000EquipmentA tire can be overinflated after referencing the incorrect information, increasing the risk of a crash.
10 Oct 202525V682000Electrical systemUnprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
20 Jun 202525V425000StructureA door that remains locked can prevent or delay occupants from evacuating during an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.
10 Jun 202525V364000Latches/locks/linkagesAn open gate can striking other road users and increases the risk of injury.
14 Apr 202525V245000StructureSteps that detach while in use increase the risk of injury.
22 Aug 202424V629000StructureTire failure can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
28 Jun 202424V490000StructureIn the event of an emergency, passengers may not be able to exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Complaints on 2025 units name Equipment (2), Electrical system (1), Latches/locks/linkages (1) and Suspension (1).

Model year 2024

11 recall campaigns and 5 owner complaints on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
29 May 202626V352000EquipmentThe incorrect wiring may not make adequate contact, increasing the amperage and risk of a fire.
10 Oct 202525V682000Electrical systemUnprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
14 Apr 202525V245000StructureSteps that detach while in use increase the risk of injury.
22 Aug 202424V629000StructureTire failure can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
22 Aug 202424V628000TiresTire failure can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
12 Jul 202424V531000Trailer hitchesHitch failure increases the risk of a crash or injury.
12 Jul 202424V530000EquipmentAn incorrect rim size on the label may result in the wrong wheels being installed, increasing the risk of a crash.
28 Jun 202424V490000StructureIn the event of an emergency, passengers may not be able to exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
3 Jun 202424V388000SuspensionA damaged tire can fail and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
2 Feb 202424V066000EquipmentIncorrect tire size information could result in the wrong tires being installed on the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
29 Sep 202323V658000StructureA missing emergency exit window could prevent or delay the occupants from exiting in the event of an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.

Complaints on 2024 units name Equipment (3), Electrical system (1) and Structure (1).

Model year 2023

7 recall campaigns and 5 owner complaints on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
10 Oct 202525V682000Electrical systemUnprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
2 Feb 202424V066000EquipmentIncorrect tire size information could result in the wrong tires being installed on the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
19 May 202323V359000EquipmentMissing thread sealant can cause a propane gas leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
24 Apr 202323V288000Service brakesA loss of brake function can increase the risk of a crash.
13 Dec 202222V920000EquipmentMelted wiring can cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
29 Jul 202222V556000EquipmentAn awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.
13 Apr 202222V243000EquipmentA gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Complaints on 2023 units name Electrical system (1), Equipment (1), Structure (1), Suspension (1) and Tires (1).

Model year 2022

7 recall campaigns and 21 owner complaints on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
10 Oct 202525V682000Electrical systemUnprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
30 Sep 202222V729000EquipmentA tank falling to the ground while in transit can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
2 Aug 202222V562000StructureAn awning that detaches increases the risk of a crash.
29 Jul 202222V556000EquipmentAn awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.
8 Jul 202222V486000EquipmentAn awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.
13 Apr 202222V243000EquipmentA gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
24 Sep 202121V745000EquipmentAn overloaded pin box can fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

Complaints on 2022 units name Equipment (10), Structure (3), Tires (3), Electrical system (2), Unknown OR other (2) and Wheels (1).

Model year 2021

11 recall campaigns and 14 owner complaints on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
10 Oct 202525V682000Electrical systemUnprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
30 Sep 202222V729000EquipmentA tank falling to the ground while in transit can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
2 Aug 202222V562000StructureAn awning that detaches increases the risk of a crash.
13 Apr 202222V243000EquipmentA gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
24 Sep 202121V745000EquipmentAn overloaded pin box can fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
9 Aug 202121V621000EquipmentA fresh water tank that detaches from the frame could increase the risk of a crash.
11 Jun 202121V443000Exterior lightingLess reflective clearance lamps can affect how other drivers judge the length of the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
23 Nov 202020V727000EquipmentA gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.
25 Sep 202020V589000EquipmentAn inverted flame can increase the risk of a fire.
18 Sep 202020V563000Trailer hitchesIf the brakes of the trailer do not engage, it can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
14 Aug 202020V482000EquipmentA fresh water tank that detaches from the frame could increase the risk of a crash.

Complaints on 2021 units name Tires (4), Electrical system (2), Structure (2), Suspension (2), Unknown OR other (2) and Equipment (1). Longer tail not listed.

Model year 2020

7 recall campaigns and 15 owner complaints on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
10 Oct 202525V682000Electrical systemUnprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
9 Aug 202121V621000EquipmentA fresh water tank that detaches from the frame could increase the risk of a crash.
23 Nov 202020V727000EquipmentA gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.
18 Sep 202020V563000Trailer hitchesIf the brakes of the trailer do not engage, it can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
14 Aug 202020V482000EquipmentA fresh water tank that detaches from the frame could increase the risk of a crash.
29 Jan 202020V049000Service brakes, electricIn the event of trailer separation from the tow vehicle, a failed break-away switch will not apply the trailer's brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
23 Oct 201919V754000EquipmentThe rubber hose may melt, allowing gas to enter the vehicle, increasing the risk of a fire.

Complaints on 2020 units name Tires (5), Electrical system (3), Equipment (2), Unknown OR other (2), Latches/locks/linkages (1) and Structure (1). Longer tail not listed.

Model year 2019

13 recall campaigns and 10 owner complaints on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
10 Oct 202525V682000Electrical systemUnprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
9 Aug 202121V621000EquipmentA fresh water tank that detaches from the frame could increase the risk of a crash.
23 Nov 202020V727000EquipmentA gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.
18 Sep 202020V563000Trailer hitchesIf the brakes of the trailer do not engage, it can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
14 Aug 202020V482000EquipmentA fresh water tank that detaches from the frame could increase the risk of a crash.
11 Feb 201919V079000EquipmentOverinflating a tire may result in tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
27 Dec 201818V933000Electrical systemA melted cord may result in bare wiring, increasing the risk of fire.
3 Dec 201818V856000Exterior lightingInoperative clearance lights can reduce the trailers visibility to others, increasing the risk of a crash.
13 Sep 201818V624000SuspensionThe 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.
21 Aug 201818V550000Electrical systemIf the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
27 Jun 201818V436000EquipmentThe covered water heater exhaust panel could increase the risk of injury.
25 Jun 201818V428000Electrical systemIf the trailer does not brake when it becomes detached from the tow vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.
8 Jun 201818V386000SuspensionIf the axle contacts the chassis, it could result in axle failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Complaints on 2019 units name Tires (3), Unknown OR other (3), Wheels (2), Equipment (1) and Service brakes (1).

Model year 2018

9 recall campaigns and 17 owner complaints on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
10 Oct 202525V682000Electrical systemUnprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
18 Sep 202020V563000Trailer hitchesIf the brakes of the trailer do not engage, it can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
21 Aug 201818V550000Electrical systemIf the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
27 Jun 201818V436000EquipmentThe covered water heater exhaust panel could increase the risk of injury.
12 Apr 201818V232000EquipmentIncorrect tire pressure information can cause the operator to under inflate the tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
8 Dec 201717V790000EquipmentIf the incorrect label causes the operator to install tires of the wrong size, vehicle handling may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
22 Nov 201717V756000EquipmentIn the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
2 Aug 201717V484000EquipmentAn incorrect weight on the label may affect how the operator loads the vehicle, impacting the handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
26 Apr 201717V282000TiresThe incorrect information may cause the operator to install an incorrect replacement rim or tire, overinflate the tire, or overload the vehicle, all scenarios that may increase the risk of…

Complaints on 2018 units name Tires (6), Structure (4), Electrical system (3), Wheels (2), Fuel/propulsion system (1) and Unknown OR other (1).

Model year 2017

9 recall campaigns and 10 owner complaints on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
10 Oct 202525V682000Electrical systemUnprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
21 Aug 201818V550000Electrical systemIf the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
27 Jun 201818V436000EquipmentThe covered water heater exhaust panel could increase the risk of injury.
22 Nov 201717V756000EquipmentIn the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
26 Apr 201717V282000TiresThe incorrect information may cause the operator to install an incorrect replacement rim or tire, overinflate the tire, or overload the vehicle, all scenarios that may increase the risk of…
31 Mar 201717V218000EquipmentThe incorrect GAWR may result in the vehicle being overloaded, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
24 Feb 201717V118000EquipmentA propane leak into the interior of the vehicle in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire or explosion.
28 Oct 201616V787000EquipmentIf the owner follows the information on the Federal Placard Label, the operator may overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
16 Sep 201616V673000TiresThe incorrect tire information on the Federal Label may result in the operator under-inflating the tires. An underinflated tire may cause sudden tire failure, or poor handling, increasing…

Complaints on 2017 units name Structure (5), Equipment (4) and Tires (1).

Model year 2016

8 recall campaigns and 14 owner complaints on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
10 Oct 202525V682000Electrical systemUnprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
21 Aug 201818V550000Electrical systemIf the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
27 Jun 201818V436000EquipmentThe covered water heater exhaust panel could increase the risk of injury.
22 Nov 201717V756000EquipmentIn the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
10 Dec 201515V831000EquipmentIf occupants are not warned elevated carbon monoxide levels, they are at an increased risk of injury.
13 Oct 201515V645000EquipmentIf the incorrect tire and rim is installed, there may be instability of the vehicle when towing, increasing the risk of a crash.
9 Jun 201515V359000SuspensionIf the wheel studs break, the wheel could detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
20 Apr 201515V231000SuspensionIf the wheel studs break, the wheel could detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Complaints on 2016 units name Structure (6), Unknown OR other (3), Equipment (2), Electrical system (1), Tires (1) and Wheels (1).

Model year 2015

6 recall campaigns and 12 owner complaints on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
21 Aug 201818V550000Electrical systemIf the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
22 Nov 201717V756000EquipmentIn the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
13 Oct 201515V645000EquipmentIf the incorrect tire and rim is installed, there may be instability of the vehicle when towing, increasing the risk of a crash.
7 Nov 201414V712000EquipmentIf the draw bar breaks, the front of the trailer may fall or the trailer may detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
31 Oct 201414V689000SuspensionA spring hanger that fractures may result in a loss of control of the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
7 Oct 201414V625000EquipmentIf the trailer is loaded to the specifications listed on the label, tire failure may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

Complaints on 2015 units name Unknown OR other (4), Structure (3), Suspension (3), Electrical system (1) and Service brakes (1).

Model year 2014

4 recall campaigns and 9 owner complaints on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
21 Aug 201818V550000Electrical systemIf the trailer brakes cannot engage if the trailer detaches from tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
22 Nov 201717V756000EquipmentIn the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
7 Oct 201414V625000EquipmentIf the trailer is loaded to the specifications listed on the label, tire failure may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
17 May 201313V203000EquipmentIf the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury…

Complaints on 2014 units name Tires (4), Parking brake (1), Service brakes (1), Structure (1), Suspension (1) and Wheels (1).

Model year 2013

2 recall campaigns and 7 owner complaints on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
22 Nov 201717V756000EquipmentIn the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
17 May 201313V203000EquipmentIf the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury…

Complaints on 2013 units name Suspension (4), Tires (1), Unknown OR other (1) and Wheels (1).

Model year 2012

1 recall campaign and 6 owner complaints on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
22 Nov 201717V756000EquipmentIn the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Complaints on 2012 units name Structure (2), Tires (2), Equipment (1) and Wheels (1).

Model year 2011

4 recall campaigns and 6 owner complaints on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
22 Nov 201717V756000EquipmentIn the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
28 Oct 201313V540000EquipmentThe incorrect tire pressure information given on the Federal Certification Tag and Tire Information Tag may lead to the tire being overinflated, resulting in sudden tire failure, increasing…
14 Jan 201111V017000SuspensionThis will cause the tire TO blow out without warning and A loss OF control OF the vehicle resulting IN property damage and/or personal injury OR death.
24 Jun 201010V281000EquipmentThe excess flame outside OF the burner chamber can result IN A fire IN the RV trailer.

Complaints on 2011 units name Electrical system (1), Power train (1), Structure (1), Suspension (1), Tires (1) and Unknown OR other (1).

Model year 2010

3 recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
22 Nov 201717V756000EquipmentIn the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
28 Oct 201313V540000EquipmentThe incorrect tire pressure information given on the Federal Certification Tag and Tire Information Tag may lead to the tire being overinflated, resulting in sudden tire failure, increasing…
14 Jan 201111V017000SuspensionThis will cause the tire TO blow out without warning and A loss OF control OF the vehicle resulting IN property damage and/or personal injury OR death.

Complaints on 2010 units name Latches/locks/linkages (1).

Model year 2009

3 recall campaigns on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
22 Nov 201717V756000EquipmentIn the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
28 Oct 201313V540000EquipmentThe incorrect tire pressure information given on the Federal Certification Tag and Tire Information Tag may lead to the tire being overinflated, resulting in sudden tire failure, increasing…
1 Oct 201010V454000EquipmentAN overheated receiver could cause A fire.

Model year 2008

4 recall campaigns and 10 owner complaints on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
23 Nov 202020V727000EquipmentA gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.
22 Nov 201717V756000EquipmentIn the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
28 Oct 201313V540000EquipmentThe incorrect tire pressure information given on the Federal Certification Tag and Tire Information Tag may lead to the tire being overinflated, resulting in sudden tire failure, increasing…
16 Oct 200707V487000EquipmentThere may BE confusion AS TO the proper replacement tire IF IT IS necessary.

Complaints on 2008 units name Tires (5), Suspension (4) and Fuel system, gasoline (1).

Model year 2007

2 recall campaigns and 12 owner complaints on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
22 Nov 201717V756000EquipmentIn the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
1 Oct 201010V454000EquipmentAN overheated receiver could cause A fire.

Complaints on 2007 units name Tires (8), Structure (3) and Equipment (1).

Model year 2006

3 recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
22 Nov 201717V756000EquipmentIn the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
1 Oct 201010V454000EquipmentAN overheated receiver could cause A fire.
7 Jul 200808V346000EquipmentIF this solution IS exposed TO AN ignition source under certain specific circumstances, IT can result IN A vehicle fire.

Complaints on 2006 units name Equipment (1) and Structure (1).

Model year 2005

3 recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file.

ReportedCampaignComponentWhat can go wrong
22 Nov 201717V756000EquipmentIn the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
1 Oct 201010V454000EquipmentAN overheated receiver could cause A fire.
7 Jul 200808V346000EquipmentIF this solution IS exposed TO AN ignition source under certain specific circumstances, IT can result IN A vehicle fire.

Complaints on 2005 units name Unknown OR other (1).

05 Where the numbers come from

Recall campaigns come from NHTSA’s recall record, read two ways: the public API and a direct read of NHTSA’s complete recall flat file. Owner complaints come from a direct read of the complete complaint flat file. Both are attributed on NHTSA’s own model field, never on owner free text — several of our line names are ordinary English words and one of them is a US state, so matching prose would attribute thousands of unrelated filings.

Model-year bucketing uses the year NHTSA records against each affected-vehicle row. Where a campaign covers several years it appears in each of those years and is counted once in the totals.

The specification side of this catalog documents 12 floorplans of the Forest River Salem & Wildwood in full, for the 2026 model year — verified weights, capacities and dimensions on the Forest River Salem & Wildwood line page.

Safety information here is a summary of public records and is not a substitute for NHTSA’s own listing. Check an individual trailer by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.