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2011 Forest River Salem and Forest River Wildwood recall: water heater

Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall on June 24, 2010. It covers about 1,488 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,488
reported
Jun 24, 2010
owners notified
Jun 15, 2010

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer: lpg systems: water heater

What is wrong
Forest river is recalling certain model year 2011 salem and wildwood travel and fifth wheel trailers manufactured from october 2009 through june 11, 2010. The temperature control mechanism of the water heater may have been damaged during installation in the unit. As a result, the burner may flame up out of control when lit.
Risk
The excess flame outside of the burner chamber can result in a fire in the rv trailer.
Remedy
Dealers will repair or replace the water heater free of charge. The safety recall began on june 15, 2010. Owners may contact forest river at 574‑534‑6913.

Recall number 10V281000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 10V281000

Is there a recall on the 2011 Forest River Salem and Forest River Wildwood water heater?

Yes. Recall 10V281000, reported on June 24, 2010, covers about 1,488 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V281000?

Dealers will repair or replace the water heater free of charge. The safety recall began on june 15, 2010. Owners may contact forest river at 574‑534‑6913.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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