CarRecallWatchThe 2025 Forest River Salem has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (2 reports).
2025 Forest River Salem recalls
Fireplace Outlet Wiring Can Overheat and Cause Fire
The fireplace outlet in certain travel trailers may have incorrect wiring.
Wrong Tire Pressure Label Can Lead to Overinflated Tires
The tire information label on certain 2025 and 2026 Forest River recreational trailers may list incorrect tire inflation information.
Wiring Could Bypass Breaker, Raising Fire Risk
Certain recreational trailers may have a distribution panel wire connected to the battery without overcurrent protection.
Rear patio door can lock occupants inside in an emergency
On certain 2025-2026 travel trailers, the exterior transit latch on the rear patio door cannot be unlocked from inside the vehicle.
Side entry gate can open while driving, risking injury
On certain travel trailers, the side entry gate latch may become unlocked, allowing the gate strut to open the gate while the trailer is in transit.
Removable Trailer Steps May Detach During Use
Certain 2024-2025 fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a removable step assembly may have a clip-on bracket whose mounting bolts can loosen over time.
Tires May Contact Chassis, Risking Tire Failure
Certain 2024-2025 Forest River Salem and Wildwood travel trailers may have tires that contact chassis components.
Trailers May Lack Secondary Emergency Exit, Risking Trapped Occupants
Certain travel trailers may not have a secondary emergency exit installed.
Most common 2025 Forest River Salem problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Equipment | 2 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
Our fireplace in our rv wonât turn on may be a wiring issue
Purchased this camper as brand new from camping world in November of 2025, after towing the camper home with my family in the vehicle, I proceeded to go through it about a week later to prepare it for winter. Upon going under the trailer I found two bolts that secure the leaf springs to the frame to be loose. One of them (front bolt of front driver side leaf spring ) was 3/4 of the way out, the other the nut was on by just 1 thread and the bolt was also backing out. This could have caused a serious accident or death as the vehicle could have rolled over or collided with another vehicle while turning. I proceeded to contact the dealership, they told me to contact Forrest river directly. I hav
The tempered glass covering the interior electric fireplace exploded randomly, sending shards of glass throughout the trailer. There was no warning, and we were simply sitting in the trailer enjoying the day. The fireplace was not turned on, and there was no power to the trailer. Battery was turned off, and the temperature inside the trailer was 70 degrees. There were no weak spots, dings, chips, or any other flaw in the glass.
The slide out mechanism is not strong enough to pull the slide out into the trailer itself for transport. This must be manually done, underneath the trailer, with a crescent wrench, even after extensive troubleshooting. The slide out does not operate independently, even when all cargo is removed.
The latch on the gate on the rear patio failed to remain secure, and the gate swung open multiple times driving down the freeway. We had to pull over and secure the latch manually.
2025 Forest River Salem questions
Does the 2025 Forest River Salem have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2025 Forest River Salem: Fireplace Outlet Wiring Can Overheat and Cause Fire; Wrong Tire Pressure Label Can Lead to Overinflated Tires; Wiring Could Bypass Breaker, Raising Fire Risk; Rear patio door can lock occupants inside in an emergency; Side entry gate can open while driving, risking injury. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Forest River Salem?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (2), Electrical System (2), Equipment (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2025 Forest River Salem has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.