Clearance lights may be inoperative/fmvss 108
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc (forest river) is recalling certain 2019 forest river salem and wildwood recreational trailers. the clearance lights on these vehicles may not work due to being incorrectly wired. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Safety Consequence
Inoperative clearance lights can reduce the trailers visibility to others, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will correct the clearance light wiring, free of charge. the recall began december 18, 2018. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-534-6127. forest river's number for this recall is 63-0921.
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FAQ: Recall 18V856000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V856000?
NHTSA recall 18V856000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on December 3, 2018. It addresses: Clearance lights may be inoperative/fmvss 108. The recall affects approximately 5 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V856000 or the manufacturer campaign number 63-0921. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.