2022 Forest River XLR Toyhauler problems, complaints & recalls

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Forest River XLR Toyhauler, most often about electrical system. There are 6 recalls for this model year.

Complaints
7
Recalls
6
Crashes
0
Fires
2
Injuries
1
Median mileage
—
at time of problem

Key facts

  • Electrical System is the most-reported problem area, named in 3 of 7 complaints (43%).
  • Body & Structure (2) and wheels & tires (1) follow.
  • Owners reported 0 crashes, 2 fires and 1 injury.
  • The 2022 Forest River XLR Toyhauler has 6 recalls on file.
  • It has the most serious complaint record of all 6 Forest River XLR Toyhauler model years we track.
  • That is 36% fewer complaints than the 2021 model year (11).

2022 Forest River XLR Toyhauler problems by category

  • Other / Unknown
    4 complaints
  • Electrical System
    3 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    2 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    1 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    1 complaints
  • Brakes
    1 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    1 complaints

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)Complaints
Electrical system3
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer2
Equipment1
Fuel system, gasoline:storage1
Power train1
Service brakes1
Structure:body1
Tires1

2022 Forest River XLR Toyhauler recalls (6)

  • Recall 22V556000Jul 29, 202249,295 vehicles
    EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER

    Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Coachmen Catalina, Cross Trail, Pursuit, Sportscoach, East to West Della Terra, Silver Lake, Forest River Forester, FR3, Sunseeker, Wildwood, 2022 Coachmen Adrenaline, Apex, Brookstone, Chaparral, Chapparral Lite, Clipper, Freedom Express, Independence Trail, Mirada, Spirit, Viking, Work and Play, East to West Ahara, Tandara, Forest River Aurora, Cardinal, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Flagstaff, Georgetown, Ibex, Impression, Ozark, Puma, R-Pod, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandpiper, Sandstorm, Shockwave, Sierra, Solera, Stealth, Stealth Evo, Surveyor, Vengeance, Vibe, Wildcat, XLR Toyhauler, Prime Time Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Sanibel, Tracer, Shasta Oasis, and Phoenix fifth wheel and travel trailers. The electric retractable awning has a welded seam on the fabric that may separate, potentially allowing the awning to drop beyond normal operation.

    Risk: An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the fabric roll or complete awning, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022. Owners may contact the customer service numbers listed in the recall report for their designated model. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1532. This recall supersedes and expands NHTSA recall number 22V-486.

  • Recall 22V243000Apr 13, 202299,190 vehicles
    EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:LINES AND FITTINGS

    Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Coachmen Adrenaline, Apex, Catalina, Freedom Express, Spirit, East to West Alta, Della Terra, Silver Lake, Forest River Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Columbus, Flagstaff, Impression, Ozark, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandstorm, Shockwave, Stealth, Stealth Evo, Vengeance, Vibe, Wildwood, XLR Toyhauler, Palomino Puma, Prime Time Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Sanibel, Shasta Oasis, 2022 Coachmen Cross Trail, Prism, Forest River Aurora, Rainier, Wildcat, Work and Play, Prime Time Tracer, 2021-2023 Coachmen Leprechaun, and 2022-2023 Coachmen Freelander fifth wheel and travel trailer recreational vehicles. The quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system may be cracked, causing a gas leak.

    Risk: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the quick disconnect and perform a LP system check, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2022. Owners may contact the applicable customer service number for their vehicle model. Please see the recall report for the list of phone numbers.

  • Recall 22V143000Mar 11, 2022645 vehicles
    EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER · TRAILER HITCHES

    Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022 East to West Della Terra, Silver Lake, Vibe, and XLR Boost Toy Hauler travel trailers. The coupler was improperly welded, which may cause the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle.

    Risk: Trailer separation from a tow vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the coupler as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2022. Owners may contact the following customer service numbers: Forest River 1-574-825-4995; East to West Della Terra & Silver Lake 1-574-264-6664; Vibe 1-574-296-2084; and XLR 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1488.

  • Recall 22V135000Mar 8, 20221,009 vehicles
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER

    Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022 Coachmen Catalina, Aurora, Apex, Freedom Express, Spirit, Work N Play, Forest River XLR Toy Hauler, Vengeance, Sabre, Cherokee, and Cardinal travel trailers and fifth wheels. The wire cord that connects to the back of the 50AMP shore power inlet may be loose.

    Risk: Loose wires may contact each other and cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the shore cord inlet, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2022. Owners may contact the following customer service numbers: Forest River 1-574-825-4995; Catalina & Aurora 1-574-825-8657; APEX 1-574-825-8205; Freedom Express & Work n Play 1-574-825-6302; Cardinal 1-574-296-7700; Cherokee and Vengeance 1-260-499-2100; Sabre 1-574-642-2100; and XLR 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1485.

  • Recall 21V830000Oct 22, 2021125 vehicles
    STRUCTURE

    Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 XLR Toy Hauler recreational vehicles. The protective panel that separates the furnace and furnace components from the mid-deck cargo area is missing.

    Risk: Cargo could contact the furnace wiring and other components, resulting in an electrical short and increasing the risk of a fire.

    Remedy: Dealers will install a felt-covered wall panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 79-1432.

  • Recall 21V829000Oct 22, 20213 vehicles
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING · EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:120/240 VAC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INVERTER

    Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022 XLR Toy Hauler Recreational Vehicles. The vehicles were incorrectly wired, and they are missing 250AMP over-current protection, which could result in melted wires and an electrical short.

    Risk: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the gauge wire, and install a sub panel with the correct breaker, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 5, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 79-1429.

Recent 2022 Forest River XLR Toyhauler complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

  1. Filed Mar 31, 2026ILBrakes
    The failure involves the trailer brake wiring system. The brake wiring harness near the rear bathroom plumbing exit is improperly routed and installed in direct proximity to moving suspension components. This has resulted in repeated abrasion and damage to the brake wiring, causing intermittent and reduced braking capability. The affected components are available for inspection upon request. This condition presents a serious safety hazard. The trailer (approx. 18,000 lbs…
    NHTSA complaint #11728171 · source
  2. Filed Jan 16, 2026VAFireElectrical SystemOther / Unknown
    On 10/17/2025 while parked at Bethpage Campground in Urbanna, VA, the roof of our RV caught fire. The fire alarms did not sound the only indication was smoke filling the RV. Thankful this was during the day and we were awake. I felt the walls finding nothing hot then went outside and discovered the roof was on fire. I grab the fire extinguisher and climbed the ladder onto the roof and began putting out the fire. Attached are the pictures that show that there are screws/nails…
    NHTSA complaint #11711346 · source
  3. Filed Aug 4, 2025ORFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionOther / Unknown
    My fuel station was not pumping fuel only air because the fuel pump line and fill neck vent hose line on the fuel station where installed from the manufacturer backwards not allowing the fuel to be picked up from the tank to the transfer pump. In an email from the fuel station manufacturer “Your particular unit came from Forest River Plant #79 and had a batch of these units where they installed the lines incorrect, not allowing the pump to pull any fuel.”
    NHTSA complaint #11678288 · source
  4. Filed Oct 30, 2023TXWheels & Tires
    Tire size: st 205 / 75 R 15 Returning ng home from a camping vacation. Traveling on interstate 10 east of San Antonio. Experienced a right rear blowout in a tandem axle camping trailer. Upon replacing damaged tire with included spare noticed considerable damage to wheel well from exploded tire. The tire’s tread had seperate exposing broken and separated belts. I was confused why brand new tires would explode as this one did. Also noticed that the 3 remaining tires looked…
    NHTSA complaint #11552736 · source
  5. Filed Jun 30, 2023FLFire1 injuredBody & StructureElectrical SystemOther / Unknown
    The contact owns a 2022 Forest River XLR Toyhauler. Before purchasing the Toy Hauler, the contact noticed that the coupler had severe rust and was improperly welded. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V143000 (Equipment, Trailer Hitch) which she linked to the failure. The dealer agreed to make the needed repairs; however, upon delivery of the Toy Hauler, the coupler was spray painted to hide the damage and was not replaced. One day while…
    NHTSA complaint #11529767 · source
  6. Filed Apr 17, 2023DETransmission & Drivetrain
    We purchased this rv 0n 1-25-2022 from day bros rv sales 3054 south laurel rd london ky 40744 we took the rv on our first vacation to fl in feb 2023 on our way home from vacation in north carolina both wheels came off the rv we almost jack knifed, the wheel studs on both wheels broke off we were strayed on 95 north for over 4 hours sitting on the side of the road, a trooper stopped by 45 minutes after we broke down we finally got towed of the road it was on saturday feb 25…
    NHTSA complaint #11517529 · source
  7. Filed May 16, 2022TNBody & StructureElectrical SystemOther / Unknown
    Electrical breakers continue to trip. Trim issues throughout along with floor bulking in kitchen. Both slides on on right side of camper leak when it rains. First trip out landing jacks did not work to level unit and one of the back glasses in the toy hauler scattered going down the road which was replaced with warranty. We have been trying to get the slide issue looked into for a couple of months but no luck getting a forest river tech to come assess and fix with the…
    NHTSA complaint #11464889 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 11, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology