Complaints about the 2023 Forest River Salem peaked in 2023, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Trailer, Not Applicable, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from Jul 6, 2023 to May 14, 2024.
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
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| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V-682 | Oct 10, 2025 | Distribution panel wire may be connected to the battery without over current protection | Electrical system | 20,305 | Repair or modification |
| 24V-066 | Feb 2, 2024 | Federal Placard may have incorrect tire size information | Equipment | 107 | Label or owner notice |
| 23V-359 | May 19, 2023 | Brass fitting connected to the furnace pipe may have been manufactured without thread sealant | Equipment | 6 | Repair or modification |
| 23V-288 | Apr 24, 2023 | Brakes may be incorrectly wired, which can result in a loss of brake function | Brakes | 37 | Not stated |
| 22V-920 | Dec 13, 2022 | 8-gauge wire connected to the 12-Volt refrigerator may not have over-current protection, which can cause the wire to melt | Equipment | 262 | Repair or modification |
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
2 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at 35–65 MPH and towing a 2023 Forest River Salem Cruise Lite, the roof on the RV caved in. There was mold detected on the inner walls. The RV was swaying from left to right. The contact stated that the foundation had separated. The active air dam warning light was illuminated. The RV was towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that there was structural damage and that the ceiling panels needed to be replaced. The RV was repaired, and the dealer recommended sending the RV to the manufacturer. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was unknown.
NHTSA complaint 11588632Only one day old, 3000 series Solera Lippert (serial number2021125707-RA ) awning material tore away from camper and support arms fell down. Awning was glued to light bar and did not have any other support. The power arms fell within range of hitting a person if they were there at the time. No one was injured in our case but very dangerous none the less.
NHTSA complaint 11530735Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.