CarRecallWatch- Component
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025 Salem and Wildwood travel trailers. The side entry gate latch may become unlocked, allowing the strut to open the gate during transit.
- Risk
- An open gate can striking other road users and increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a warning label and tethered pin and remove the strut, free of chare. Owner notification letters were mailed July 2, 2025. Owner may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1935.
What this recall means for you
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. An open gate can strike other road users and increases the risk of injury.
Authorized dealers will install a warning label and a tethered pin, and remove the strut. The repair is free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 2, 2025. If you have questions, contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-3167. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your trailer is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Forest River Salem | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Forest River Wildwood | 2025 |