2016 Forest River Salem
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 0 |
| 1998 | 0 |
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 0 |
| 2001 | 2 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 3 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 0 |
| 2007 | 0 |
| 2008 | 3 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 2 |
| 2012 | 3 |
| 2013 | 2 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 4 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 4 |
| 2026 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 9 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 9 total reports mention: wheels.
2 of 9 total reports mention: structure.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FOREST RIVER SALEM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GREY WATER TANK DETACHED WHILE THE RV WAS IDLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC OR DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160531
2 of 9 total reports mention: electrical system.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
ELECTRICAL DEVICE CAUGHT FIRE AND CAUSED SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO THE RV. HEAVY SMOKE AND DAMAGE TO ELECTRICAL WIRING
NHTSA ODI report, 20170516
BRAND NEW TRAVEL TRAILER WAS SOLD BY CAMPING WORLD WITH BIAS PLY AND RADIAL TIRES MIXED ON THE AXLES, WATER TANK WAS LEFT UNBOLTED FROM FRAME AND ELECTRICAL UNDER THE TRAILER WAS FIXED WITH WIRE NUTS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160706
1 of 9 total reports mentions: suspension.
1 of 9 total reports mentions: equipment.
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THE LIQUID PROPANE (LP) LINE DOES NOT HAVE ENOUGH CLEARANCE CAUSING EXCESSIVE FRICTION ON METAL BAR RESULTING IN CREATING A HOLE IN THE GAS LINE. WHICH CAUSES A PROPANE LEAK AND POSSIBLY RESULTING INTO AN UNWANTED FIRE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180421
SAFETY TIMELINE
Forest River, Inc.
Remedy: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected wheel hub, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2015. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-453-6064.
Campaign 15V231000 — check if this car was fixed
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Evo, Salem, Sandstorm, Shockwave, Stealth, Wildwood, Cherokee Grey Wolf, Wildcat Maxx, Vibe, R-Pod, and Surveyor trailers.
Remedy: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any affected wheel hub, free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 2015. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-909-873-3777.
Campaign 15V359000 — check if this car was fixed
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Salem recreational trailers manufactured June 2, 2015, to October 6, 2015 and 2015 Wildwood recreational trailers manufactured June 3, 2015, to October 1, 2015.
Remedy: Forest River will notify owners and will provide a corrected tire placard, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2015. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-453-6064. Forest River's recall number is 19-10082015-0093.
Campaign 15V645000 — check if this car was fixed
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Evo, Salem, Sandstorm, Shockwave, Stealth, and Wildwood recreational trailers.
Remedy: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will remove the existing Liquid Propane (L.P.) Detector and install a combination L.P./carbon monoxide detector, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2016.
Campaign 15V831000 — check if this car was fixed
Forest River, Inc.
Remedy: Forest River will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on December 27, 2017.
Campaign 17V756000 — check if this car was fixed
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Forest River Wildwood, and 2016-2019 Forest River Salem recreational trailers. The outside auxiliary shower faucet cover may cover the water heater exhaust panel when opened.
Remedy: Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will install a replacement outside shower, free of charge. The recall began on July 24, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-3167.
Campaign 18V436000 — check if this car was fixed
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Forest River Salem, Wildcat Maxx, Wildwood, Vibe, and Rainier recreational trailers.
Remedy: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new wiring harness to reroute the wiring, free of charge. The recall began September 25, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-503-831-5410.
Campaign 18V550000 — check if this car was fixed
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Forest River Aurora, Coachmen Catalina, 2026 Coachmen Viking, Coachmen Clipper, 2016-2026 Wildwood, and Salem recreational trailers.
Remedy: Dealers will relocate the distribution panel wire to the correct side of the breaker, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-4995.
Campaign 25V682000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2016 Forest River Salem — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for wheels issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 15V231000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V359000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V645000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V831000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V756000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V436000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V550000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V682000 (electrical system) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2016 Forest River Salem reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Forest River Salem?
The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Forest River Salem have?
8 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.