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2010 Forest River Salem problems

The most common problem on the 2010 Forest River Salem is electrical system. It has fewer complaints than a typical Salem model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
1
Worst area
Electrical

The worst 2010 Forest River Salem problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Electrical
    1
  • Locks
    1

Problems by type

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  • Electrical
    1
  • Locks
    1

Recalls 2

EquipmentReported November 22, 2017 · 365,885 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2003-2018 Forest River Berkshire, Charleston, Rockport, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Riverstone, Salem, Sandpiper, Sierra, Vengeance, Wildcat, Wildwood, XLR Boost, Cargo Mate, Continental Cargo, motorhomes, recreational trailers, toyhaulers, cargo trailers and restroom trailers and 2009-2018 Coachmen Mirada, Pursuit, Concord, Leprechaun, Freelander, Orion and Prism motorhomes, 2009-2017 Coachmen Apex and Catalina recreational trailers, and 2013-2017 Shasta Oasis and Revere recreational trailers, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit:
Risk
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on December 27, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1‑800‑348‑7440, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1‑855‑262‑3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0544.

Recall number 17V756000 · Recall details

Suspension: front: springs: leaf spring assemblyReported January 14, 2011 · 115 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Forest river is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 salem travel trailers manufactured from september 25, 2009, through january 13, 2011. The bottom leaf on the leaf springs may rotate out of position and make contact with the tire.
Risk
This 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.
Remedy
Dealers will place two square bend "u" bolts with washers and nuts and retaining plate that will be centered on the spring center bolt to restrain the lower spring leaf. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on february 3, 2011. Owners may contact forest river at 574‑389‑4600.

Recall number 11V017000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2010 Forest River Salem 1

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

What 2010 Forest River Salem owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 19, 2014 · Electrical, Locks · IN

The deadbolt key lock fell out and was lost from the door latch which was a fastec 43610-09 travel trailer white latch.

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Questions about the 2010 Forest River Salem

Is the 2010 Forest River Salem reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2010 Forest River Salem, fewer than a typical Salem model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2010 Forest River Salem?

Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is locks (1).

How many recalls does the 2010 Forest River Salem have?

2 recalls, covering equipment and suspension.

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