Forest River (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.
Forest River – Propane Leak from Improperly Installed Vent
| Report Received Date | 02/24/2017 |
| NHTSA ID | 17V118000 |
| 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. |
| Recall Code | 72-02162017-0329 |
| Potentially Affected | 17 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V118000) |
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