Cooktop flame may become inverted
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2021 salem and wildwood recreational trailers. the flame on the cooktop may become inverted, due to the cooktop not being isolated from the furnace return air.
Safety Consequence
An inverted flame can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will add sealant to the gaps in the paneling that are allowing the return air from the furnace to cause the inverted flame, free of charge. the recall began october 15, 2020. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-534-3167. forest river's number for this recall is 72-1232.
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FAQ: Recall 20V589000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V589000?
NHTSA recall 20V589000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on September 25, 2020. It addresses: Cooktop flame may become inverted. The recall affects approximately 551 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V589000 or the manufacturer campaign number 72-1232. 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.