repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. Unprotected wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
2020 Forest River SalemProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 12 owner complaints about the 2020 Forest River Salem, most often about the tires. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-727 the manufacturer reports only 10% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 10, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Forest River Salem has problems
12 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Tires
3Electrical system3 crash/fire/injury
1Latches/locks/linkages
1Wheels
1Structure
1Equipment
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 3 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2020 Forest River Salem recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Risk. A fresh water tank that detaches from the frame could increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Appliance: oven/stove/cooktop
Risk. A gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control
Risk. If the brakes of the trailer do not engage, it can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2025 Q1
Equipment
Risk. A fresh water tank that detaches from the frame could increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q3
Service brakes, electric
Risk. In the event of trailer separation from the tow vehicle, a failed break-away switch will not apply the trailer's brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2021 Q3
Equipment
Risk. The rubber hose may melt, allowing gas to enter the vehicle, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Forest River.
Best & worst years
2020 vs. every other Salem year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Salem median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Salem owners report
Recent tires complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Had two Castle rock tires blow out on the highway one after the other tread, de-laminated in the center will attach photos
The contact owns a 2020 Forest River Salem trailer equipped with LionsHead Tires, Tire Line: Castle Rock, Tire Size: 235/80/R16, DOT Number: Jumr2mt4818. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the passenger’s side front and passenger’s side rear tire experienced blowouts and caused severe damaged…
Driving down the road and tire exploded. Cruise was set on 70 miles an hour and no debris was hit. Camper was empty, 14,000lbs. We were 80 miles from the dealership who preformed a full inspection of camper and tires.
Own a 2020 Salem?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.