Recall
Forest River Wildwood — 17V118000
NHTSA ID
17V118000
Make
Forest River
Model
Wildwood
Years Affected
2017
Recall Date
2017-02-24
Component
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS
Units Affected
17
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
72-02162017-0329
Summary
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017 Wildwood recreational trailers, model WDT197BH and Salem recreational trailers, model SMT197BH. The lower sidewall vent for the refrigerator was improperly installed, allowing propane gas to enter the vehicle.
Consequence
A propane leak into the interior of the vehicle in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire or explosion.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new vent into the vehicle floor, free of charge. The recall began on April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-260-593-4001. Forest River's number for the recall is 72-02162017-0329.