Awning rail not attached to sidewall
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2021-2022 salem and wildwood fifth wheel travel trailers. the awning rail may not be attached to a backer in the sidewall, which can allow the awning to detach while the vehicle is in motion.
Safety Consequence
An awning that detaches increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect for backers and reattach the awning if necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed september 8, 2022. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-534-3167. forest river's number for this recall is 69-1538.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Forest River, Inc. or involving Equipment.
FAQ: Recall 22V562000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 22V562000?
NHTSA recall 22V562000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on August 2, 2022. It addresses: Awning rail not attached to sidewall. The recall affects approximately 609 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 22V562000 or the manufacturer campaign number 69-1538. 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.