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2017 Forest River Salem and Forest River Wildwood recall: lpg systems

Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall on February 24, 2017. It covers about 17 vehicles.

vehicles affected
17
reported
Feb 24, 2017
owners notified
Apr 7, 2017

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer: lpg systems

What is wrong
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Wildwood recreational trailers, model WDT197BH and Salem recreational trailers, model SMT197BH. The lower sidewall vent for the refrigerator was improperly installed, allowing propane gas to enter the vehicle.
Risk
A propane leak into the interior of the vehicle in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire or explosion.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new vent into the vehicle floor, free of charge. The recall began on April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1‑260‑593‑4001. Forest River's number for the recall is 72-02162017-0329.

Recall number 17V118000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 17V118000

Is there a recall on the 2017 Forest River Salem and Forest River Wildwood lpg systems?

Yes. Recall 17V118000, reported on February 24, 2017, covers about 17 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V118000?

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new vent into the vehicle floor, free of charge. The recall began on April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1‑260‑593‑4001. Forest River's number for the recall is 72-02162017-0329.

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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