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2011 Forest River Salem recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2011 Forest River Salem. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2011 Forest River Salem recalls, newest first

November 22, 2017NHTSA 17V756000365,885 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment

Summary
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2003-2018 Forest River Berkshire, Charleston, Rockport, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Riverstone, Salem, Sandpiper, Sierra, Vengeance, Wildcat, Wildwood, XLR Boost, Cargo Mate, Continental Cargo, motorhomes, recreational trailers, toyhaulers, cargo trailers and restroom trailers and 2009-2018 Coachmen Mirada, Pursuit, Concord, Leprechaun, Freelander, Orion and Prism motorhomes, 2009-2017 Coachmen Apex and Catalina recreational trailers, and 2013-2017 Shasta Oasis and Revere recreational trailers, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on December 27, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0544.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 14, 2011NHTSA 11V017000115 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Front › Springs › Leaf spring assembly

Summary
Forest river is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 salem travel trailers manufactured from September 25, 2009, through January 13, 2011. The bottom leaf on the leaf springs may rotate out of position and make contact with the tire.
Consequence
This will cause the tire to blow out without warning and a loss of control of the vehicle resulting in property damage and/or personal injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will place two square bend "u" bolts with washers and nuts and retaining plate that will be centered on the spring center bolt to restrain the lower spring leaf. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on February 3, 2011. Owners may contact forest river at 574-389-4600.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 24, 2010NHTSA 10V2810001,488 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailer › LPG systems › Water heater

Summary
Forest river is recalling certain model year 2011 salem and wildwood travel and fifth wheel trailers manufactured from October 2009 through June 11, 2010. The temperature control mechanism of the water heater may have been damaged during installation in the unit. As a result, the burner may flame up out of control when lit.
Consequence
The excess flame outside of the burner chamber can result in a fire in the RV trailer.
Remedy
Dealers will repair or replace the water heater free of charge. The safety recall began on June 15, 2010. Owners may contact forest river at 574-534-6913.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2011 Forest River Salem with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Hydraulic1
  2. Service brakes1
  3. Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields1
  4. Suspension1

Other Forest River Salem years

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Questions

Does the 2011 Forest River Salem have any recalls?
3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: equipment, suspension. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2011 Forest River Salem recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Forest River dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2011 Forest River Salem?
2 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.