Recall 23V288 affects 37 2023 Forest River Wildwood and Salem travel trailers for incorrectly wired brakes. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 37 2023 Wildwood and Salem travel trailers because the brakes were incorrectly wired, which can lead to loss of brake function. A loss of trailer braking can increase crash risk, and Forest River dealers will correct the wiring free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The brake wiring on the 2023 Forest River Wildwood and Salem travel trailers carries the electrical signal that applies the trailer brakes when the tow vehicle commands braking. That wiring is supposed to connect each brake circuit correctly so the trailer helps slow itself instead of relying only on the tow vehicle.
On the affected trailers, the brake wiring was installed incorrectly at the manufacturing plant. With the circuit wired wrong, the brake signal does not reach the trailer brakes the way it should. That can leave the trailer with reduced braking or no brake function from the trailer brakes, which increases the load on the tow vehicle during a stop.
The warning sign is practical and immediate: the trailer does not stop or brake appropriately when you apply the brakes. If the trailer feels like it is pushing the tow vehicle, or stopping takes more distance than expected, treat that as the brake problem described in recall 23V288.
Who's affected?
Covers the Wildwood and Salem trailer lines from the 2023 model year, with the same brake-wiring issue identified for both.
| 2023 Forest River Wildwood | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2023 Forest River Salem | brake system |
| Units affected | 37 |
| 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 this recall applies to your specific trailer.
What's the safety risk?
A loss of brake function can increase the risk of a crash. If the trailer does not stop or brake correctly, slow down, pull over when safe, and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023 Forest River Wildwood or Salem trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free brake rewiring that fixes the loss of brake function.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 23V288 and Forest River recall 27-1632 when you call.
- Avoid towing the trailer until the brake rewiring is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician rewires the trailer brakes so the brake circuit is connected correctly. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Even if you already paid for a related brake repair, Forest River says the recall still needs to be inspected or performed so the correct parts and procedures are confirmed. Refunds are available only for prior repairs within the scope of this brake-wiring defect. Submit the service invoice to the Salem and Wildwood Forest River warranty manager for reimbursement review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 24, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 25, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 3, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| June 3, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 3, 2023 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 3, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V288?
Recall 23V288 covers 37 2023 Forest River Salem and Wildwood travel trailers with a brake-wiring defect that can result in a loss of brake function. Forest River dealers will rewire the brakes for free.
What should I do if my 2023 Forest River Wildwood or Salem is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific travel trailer is included in recall 23V288. If it is, contact a Forest River dealer to schedule the brake rewiring. Reference Forest River recall number 27-1632 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost, and Forest River says dealers will rewire the brakes free of charge. Owners can also contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-534-3167.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a loss of trailer brake function, which increases crash risk. Until the brake wiring is checked and repaired, confirm whether your VIN is included and ask the dealer how to handle transport for the trailer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V288000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-534-3167 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V288 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V288000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →