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Forest River Wildwood Recall 26V586: Exterior griddle can be stowed while gas is connected, risking fire

NHTSA campaign 26V586, reported September 10, 2026, 60 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2027 travel trailers may have an exterior griddle that can be stowed while still connected to the LP gas line. If the griddle is put away while the gas is still in use, the risk of a fire increases.

To fix this, authorized dealers will install a clamp on the griddle so it cannot be stowed with the gas connected. The repair is free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 15, 2026. If you have questions, you can contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-3167.

If you own one of these trailers, check your VIN for open recalls and contact an authorized dealer to schedule the free repair.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 26V586Forest River, Inc.
Component
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:OVEN/STOVE/COOKTOP
Problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2027 Salem and Wildwood travel trailers. The exterior griddle may be stowed while still connected to the LP gas line.
Risk
A griddle stowed while the gas is still in use can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a clamp on the griddle to ensure it cannot be stowed with gas connected, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 15, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 06-2095.

Affected vehicles

Forest River Salem2027
Forest River Wildwood2027