Recall 17V118 affects 17 2017 Forest River Wildwood and Salem recreational trailers for an improperly installed refrigerator vent. Free repair at a Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 17 2017 Wildwood and Salem recreational trailers because an improperly installed lower refrigerator sidewall vent allows propane gas to enter the vehicle. Propane inside the trailer, in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire or explosion; Forest River dealers will correct the vent installation free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The refrigerator in these 2017 Forest River Wildwood and Salem trailers uses LP, or propane, as fuel. The lower sidewall vent is supposed to route propane vapors and refrigerator compartment airflow outside the trailer, keeping gas out of the living area.
On affected trailers, the refrigerator was not installed according to the supplier's instructions. The lower sidewall vent was installed incorrectly, so propane gas can enter the vehicle instead of leaving through the proper vent path. Forest River's remedy adds a floor vent so LP gas has a path to leave the trailer.
An owner can notice the smell of excess LP propane inside or around the trailer. The audible LP safety alarm can also sound if gas builds up enough for the detector to sense it.
Who's affected?
Wildwood and Salem trailers are both in scope, with LPG systems listed as the shared component.
| 2017 Forest River Wildwood | Lpg systems |
|---|---|
| 2017 Forest River Salem | Lpg systems |
| Units affected | 17 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching 2017 Forest River Wildwood or Salem does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
A propane leak inside the vehicle can create a fire or explosion risk if an ignition source is present. If you smell excess LP or hear the LP safety alarm, leave the vehicle and call the dealer before using it again. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Forest River Wildwood or Salem trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free floor-vent installation that keeps propane from entering the trailer interior.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V118 when you call.
- Avoid using the propane system until the dealer repair is complete, and keep ignition sources away if you smell propane inside the trailer.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician installs a new vent into the vehicle floor to correct the refrigerator vent installation that allowed propane gas to enter the trailer. The recall repair is free, including the vent and labor. The service visit centers on the lower sidewall refrigerator vent on the 2017 Wildwood and Salem trailers covered by campaign 17V118. Ask the dealer to confirm the completed recall on your repair order before you leave.
Timeline
| February 24, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 7, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 24, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| April 24, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 24, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V118?
Recall 17V118 covers 17 2017 Forest River Wildwood and Salem recreational trailers with a lower refrigerator sidewall vent that was installed incorrectly. Propane gas can enter the trailer interior, and an ignition source can increase the risk of fire or explosion. Forest River dealers install a new floor vent for free.
What should I do if my 2017 Forest River Wildwood or Salem is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 17V118. If it is, contact a Forest River dealer to schedule the free vent repair. Reference recall number 17V118 and Forest River recall number 72-02162017-0329 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost to owners. Forest River dealers will install a new vent into the vehicle floor free of charge under recall 17V118.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is propane entering the trailer interior through the improperly installed refrigerator vent. If propane collects inside and reaches an ignition source, the condition can increase the risk of a fire or explosion. The dealer repair installs a new floor vent to correct the issue.
What if I bought this Forest River trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2017 Wildwood or Salem is included, then call a Forest River dealer with recall number 17V118.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V118000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-260-593-4001 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V118 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V118000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →