Forest River, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #17V118000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V118000 by Forest River, Inc.. Affecting 2017 wildwood recreational trailers, model wdt197bh and salem recreational trailers, model smt197bh Includes 17 affected units, Propane Leak from Improperly Installed Vent, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2017 wildwood recreational trailers, model wdt197bh and salem recreational trailers, model smt197bh

Defect 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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V118000
Manufacturer: Forest River, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2017-02-24T00:00:00
Subject: Propane leak from improperly installed vent
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 17

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 72-02162017-0329
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect 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 Summary: 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.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 52.94

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NHTSA ID: 17V118000
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