Recall 99V-349: 1999 Forest River Salem Lite, 1999 Forest River Wildwood Lite
FOREST RIVER, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Dec 14, 1999, covering about 459 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: trailers and fifth wheel vehicles equipped with an optional exterior cook top. Some of the cook tops were constructed with a rubber hose attached directly to the burner manifold. This hose could melt because of the heat from the burners and leak liquid propane gas.
The risk
This could result in a fire in the cook top.
The fix
Dealers will replace the gas connection hose with the proper sub assembly.
Notes
Owner notification began december 1, 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact forest river at 1-219-534-3167.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FOREST RIVER, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V349000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 99V-349?
Vehicle description: trailers and fifth wheel vehicles equipped with an optional exterior cook top. Some of the cook tops were constructed with a rubber hose attached directly to the burner manifold. This hose could melt because of the heat from the burners and leak liquid propane gas.
How is recall 99V-349 fixed?
Dealers will replace the gas connection hose with the proper sub assembly.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.