1999 Forest River Salem Lite problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 1999 Forest River Salem Lite.
Body type
- Sedan/Saloon · Not Applicable: 1 of 2 decoded VINs
- Trailer · Camping or Travel Trailer: 1 of 2 decoded VINs
Decoded with NHTSA vPIC from the partial VINs owners included in complaints.
Recalls filed by Forest River
Equipment #99V349000 · 1999 · 459 units
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.
Risk: This could result in a fire in the cook top.
Fix: Dealers will replace the gas connection hose with the proper sub assembly.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 3 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.
Fix it, equip it, or try one first
Replacement parts for the systems owners report most: water, LP gas, slide-outs, electrical.
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Specs
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FAQ
Does the 1999 Forest River Salem Lite have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall filed by Forest River for the 1999 Salem Lite. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 1999 Forest River Salem Lite problems?
In 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is engine and engine cooling.