Latches/locks/linkagesRecall 25V-425 · Forest River vehicles
Forest River, Inc. recall 25V-425 covers 126 Forest River vehicles for a latches/locks/linkages problem, reported to NHTSA on June 20, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 63% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V425000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Wildwood and Salem travel trailer recreational trailers. The exterior transit latch on the rear patio door cannot be unlocked from inside the vehicle.
The risk
A door that remains locked can prevent or delay occupants from evacuating during an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will remove the exterior transit latch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 69-1945.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
63%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from February 21, 2025 to May 30, 2025. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.