2023 Forest River Salem problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2023 Forest River Salem — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 5 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2023 compare to other Salem years?

Salem NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2023 Forest River Salem problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Body & Structure	2	67%	▼ down
Other	1	33%	▼ down

Does the 2023 Forest River Salem have recalls?

5 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V682000Electrical SystemOctober 10, 2025 · 20,305 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Forest River Aurora, Coachmen Catalina, 2026 Coachmen Viking, Coachmen Clipper, 2016-2026 Wildwood, and Salem recreational trailers. The distribution panel wire may be connected to the battery without over current protection.

Consequence

Unprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will relocate the distribution panel wire to the correct side of the breaker, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-4995. Forest River's number for this recall is 205-1987.

24V066000OtherFebruary 2, 2024 · 107 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Salem and Wildwood fifth wheel travel trailers. The Federal Placard may have incorrect tire size information. As such, these trailers fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars."

Consequence

Incorrect tire size information could result in the wrong tires being installed on the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will mail new federal placards, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 69-1731.

23V359000OtherMay 19, 2023 · 6 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023 Salem, and Wildwood Travel Trailers. The brass fitting connected to the furnace pipe may have been manufactured without thread sealant.

Consequence

Missing thread sealant can cause a propane gas leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the brass elbow and apply thread sealant as necessary, free of charge. All affected trailers are still within dealer inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 69-1642.

23V288000BrakesApril 24, 2023 · 37 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023 Salem and Wildwood travel trailers. The brakes may be incorrectly wired, which can result in a loss of brake function.

Consequence

A loss of brake function can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will rewire the brakes, free of charge. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 27-1632.

22V920000OtherDecember 13, 2022 · 262 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023 Salem, Stealth EVO, and Wildwood travel trailers. The 8-gauge wire connected to the 12-Volt refrigerator may not have over-current protection, which can cause the wire to melt.

Consequence

Melted wiring can cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will install a 20-AMP mini-breaker, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5413. Forest River's number for this recall is 22-1580.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at 35â65 MPH and towing a 2023 Forest River Salem Cruise Lite, the roof on the RV caved in. There was mold detected on the inner walls. The RV was swaying from left to right. The contact stated that the foundation had…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · January 19, 2024

“Only one day old, 3000 series Solera Lippert (serial number2021125707-RA ) awning material tore away from camper and support arms fell down. Awning was glued to light bar and did not have any other support. The power arms fell within range of hitting a person if they were there at the time. No one…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · July 1, 2023

2023 Forest River Salem — common questions

Is the 2023 Forest River Salem reliable?

The record is thin — 3 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 5 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2023 Forest River Salem have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns affecting the 2023 Forest River Salem. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2023 compare to other Salem years?

What are the most common 2023 Forest River Salem problems?

Does the 2023 Forest River Salem have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2023 Forest River Salem — common questions

Is the 2023 Forest River Salem reliable?

Does the 2023 Forest River Salem have recalls?

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