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2025-2026 Forest River Salem and Forest River Wildwood recall: latching/release system

Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall on June 20, 2025. It covers about 126 vehicles.

vehicles affected
126
reported
Jun 20, 2025
owners notified
Jul 22, 2025
related complaints
3

Structure: emergency: escape/egress/exit: latching/release system

What is wrong
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Wildwood and Salem travel trailer recreational trailers. The exterior transit latch on the rear patio door cannot be unlocked from inside the vehicle.
Risk
A door that remains locked can prevent or delay occupants from evacuating during an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the exterior transit latch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1‑574‑534‑3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 69-1945.

Recall number 25V425000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about body problems.

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Questions about recall 25V425000

Is there a recall on the 2025-2026 Forest River Salem and Forest River Wildwood latching/release system?

Yes. Recall 25V425000, reported on June 20, 2025, covers about 126 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 25V425000?

Dealers will remove the exterior transit latch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1‑574‑534‑3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 69-1945.

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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