Forest River XLR problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 22 recalls on file for the Forest River XLR (2005–2022).

Complaints
6
Recalls
22
Model years
18
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

200520072009201111201320152017120191120211
NHTSA complaints per Forest River XLR model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Forest River XLR model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2022 XLR10000Body & Structure
2021 XLR10000—
2020 XLR10001Body & Structure
2019 XLR10002Suspension
2018 XLR00008—
2017 XLR00006—
2016 XLR00006—
2015 XLR00008—
2014 XLR00006—
2013 XLR10005Body & Structure
2012 XLR10002—
2011 XLR00001—
2010 XLR00001—
2009 XLR00001—
2008 XLR00001—
2007 XLR00001—
2006 XLR00001—
2005 XLR00001—

Most common Forest River XLR problem areas (all years)

  • Body & Structure
    3 complaints
  • Suspension
    1 complaints
  • Visibility & Wipers
    1 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    1 complaints

Forest River XLR recalls

  • Recall 19V848000Nov 26, 20195 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: An overloaded trailer can have axle or tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 19V050000Jan 23, 20197 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: Without an LP/CO detector, an occupant may not be alerted to high levels of Carbon Monoxide, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 18V624000Sep 13, 2018935 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: The missing bearing race may cause premature hub bearing failure, possibly resulting in a separation of the hub from the axle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V527000Aug 13, 20182,582 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019

    Risk: If the awning deploys while moving, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V051000Jan 12, 20181,349 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018

    Risk: If the tongue jack retracts or extends unexpectedly, there could be an increased risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 17V756000Nov 22, 2017365,885 vehiclesModel years 2005–2018

    Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 17V708000Nov 10, 2017762 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018

    Risk: The generator's exhaust may melt the trailer's underbelly, increasing the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 17V523000Aug 25, 201734 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: If the information is incorrect, operators could install the incorrect size replacement tires, which can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V292000May 2, 2017487 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: If the equalizer knurled bolt is not installed properly, the bolt may not properly secure the axle, allowing it to shift and result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V282000Apr 26, 201771 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018

    Risk: The incorrect information may cause the operator to install an incorrect replacement rim or tire, overinflate the tire, or overload the vehicle, all scenarios that may increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V227000Apr 4, 201768 vehiclesModel years 2016–2018

    Risk: If the patio deck drops while the vehicle is in use, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V060000Jan 26, 20176 vehiclesModel years 2017

    Risk: With the incorrect information, the operator may attempt to tow the vehicle incorrectly, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V828000Nov 15, 20161,104 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 16V457000Jun 22, 20162,224 vehiclesModel years 2013–2016

    Risk: If the equalizer knurled bolt is not installed properly, the bolt may not properly secure the axle, allowing it to shift and result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V771000Nov 19, 2015489 vehiclesModel years 2012–2016

    Risk: The overheating of the water may result in the release of steam, possibly causing the operator is to scald themselves and increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 15V493000Aug 5, 2015634 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: If the wires are not properly secured to the connector, the wires may arc, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.

  • Recall 15V390000Jun 19, 201544 vehiclesModel years 2013

    Risk: If the wheel studs break, the wheel could detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V130000Mar 6, 201525 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: If the vapor from the fueling nozzle is able to reach the fuel burning appliance, there is an increased risk of a vehicle fire.

  • Recall 15V131000Mar 6, 20151 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: If the vapors released by fueling a vehicle stored in the trailer is able to reach the flame or heating element of a fuel burning appliance it may ignite, increasing the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 15V126000Mar 3, 2015142 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: If the trailer is loaded based on the incorrect GVWR, the hitch assembly would be overloaded which may result in hitch assembly failure, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V220000Apr 23, 2014152 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: If the trailer is loaded to the specifications listed on the label, tire failure may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 13V203000May 17, 20139,526 vehiclesModel years 2013–2014

    Risk: If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.

Other Forest River models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology