Recall 21V621 covers 336 2019-2021 Forest River Wildwood, Salem, and Stealth Evo trailers for an unsecured tank. Free repair at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 336 2019-2021 Wildwood, Salem, and Stealth Evo travel trailers because the fresh water tank has a frame securement defect. If the tank detaches, it can increase crash risk, and Forest River dealers will secure the tank free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The fresh water tank on 2019-2021 Forest River Wildwood, Salem, and Stealth Evo travel trailers stores the trailer's onboard water supply. Tank brackets hold that tank against the frame so it stays in place while the trailer moves, turns, and bounces over the road. Those brackets need the correct fasteners and support points to carry the tank's weight.
On affected trailers, the tank support was not built to Forest River's manufacturing standard. Forest River found that the tank bracket was secured with too few fasteners, leaving the support insufficient. As the trailer is used, the tank can shift, the brackets can fail, and the fresh water tank can separate from its intended mounting position under the trailer.
Forest River reported no warning sign before failure. There is no warning sign before failure, so an owner is not expected to hear, feel, or see a clear signal before the tank support gives way.
Who's affected?
Wildwood, Salem, and Stealth Evo appear across the 2019, 2020, and 2021 model years, all under the same recreational vehicle/trailer equipment component.
| 2019 Forest River Wildwood | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
|---|---|
| 2021 Forest River Salem | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2019 Forest River Salem | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2020 Forest River Stealth Evo | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2021 Forest River Wildwood | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2021 Forest River Stealth Evo | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2020 Forest River Salem | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2020 Forest River Wildwood | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| Units affected | 336 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the fresh water tank separates from the frame, it increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure. Until the repair is complete, use caution and schedule dealer service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019-2021 Forest River Wildwood, Salem, or Stealth Evo travel trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free holding-tank repair that secures the fresh water tank to the frame.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 21V621 when you call.
- Ask the dealer whether the fresh water tank should be empty before the trailer is towed in for repair.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5410 with questions and reference Forest River recall 22-1400.
What happens at the repair
At a Forest River dealer or service center, a technician secures the fresh water tank to the trailer frame using the correct recall procedure. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered by Forest River. If you paid for a repair tied to this tank securement defect, Forest River says the trailer still needs the recall inspection or repair so the dealer can confirm the right parts and procedure were used. For reimbursement, submit the service invoice to Forest River for review. Refunds are limited to repairs within the scope of this recall.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 9, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 23, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 19, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| September 19, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 19, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V621?
Recall 21V621 covers 336 2019-2021 Forest River Wildwood, Salem, and Stealth Evo travel trailers with a fresh water tank that is not properly secured to the frame. Forest River dealers will secure the holding tank for free.
What should I do if my 2019-2021 Forest River Wildwood, Salem, or Stealth Evo is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific travel trailer is included in recall 21V621. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the holding-tank repair. Reference Forest River recall number 22-1400 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the Forest River recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Forest River dealers will properly secure the holding tank free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included trailers.
What is the safety risk in recall 21V621?
The safety risk is that the fresh water tank separates from the trailer frame. If the tank detaches while the trailer is moving, it creates a crash risk for the driver and other road users. The fix is to have the dealer secure the holding tank.
When were owners notified about recall 21V621?
Forest River mailed owner notification letters on August 23, 2021. If you bought the trailer used or never received a letter, check your VIN and call Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5410 or a franchised Forest River dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V621000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-503-831-5410 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V621 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V621000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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