2021–2022 Forest River Ozark, Forest River Salem, Forest River Wildwood: Equipment recall
NHTSA campaign 22V729000 · 5,168 units potentially affected · filed Sep 30, 2022
What's wrong
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Salem, Wildwood, and Ozark travel trailers. The fresh water tank may dislodge from the vehicle and fall to the ground when full or overfilled.
Why it matters
A tank falling to the ground while in transit can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the fresh water tank for straps. and install straps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2022. Owners may contact at Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 72-1559.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V729000
- Manufacturer no.
- 72-1559
- Manufacturer
- Forest River, Inc.
- Component
- EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:PLUMBING:POTABLE WATER:STORAGE TANK
- Units affected
- 5,168
- Report received
- Sep 30, 2022
- Owner letters
- Nov 2, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Forest River Ozark 2021, 2022
- Forest River Salem 2021, 2022
- Forest River Wildwood 2021, 2022