2016 Forest River XLR Toyhauler Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2016 Forest River XLR Toyhauler has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Suspension (1 report).

2Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2016 Forest River XLR Toyhauler recalls

Trailer Safety Chains May Fail, Risking Separation From Tow Vehicle

Recall 18V134Feb 23, 2018157 vehicles affected

The safety chains on these toy hauler trailers are not rated to exceed the trailer's gross vehicle weight rating.

Trailer Axle Equalizers Can Fail, Risking Loss of Control

Recall 17V366Jun 5, 2017100 vehicles affected

Certain 2016-2017 XLR ToyHauler trailers were built with axle equalizers that are too long.

Most common 2016 Forest River XLR Toyhauler problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Suspension1

What owners report

2020-01-27, Suspension
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DOING A ROUTINE CHECK ON THE BRAKES, THE CONTACT NOTICED THE REAR LEAD SPRING BOLTS DETACHED FROM THE WHEEL. THE RV WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER QUIETWOODS RV FOX VALLEY 9042 CAMPERS WAY, NEENAH, WI 54956 WHERE A VISUAL INSPECTION WAS PERFORMED AND DETERMINED THAT THE REAR LEAD SPRING FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE RV WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V366000 (SUSPENSION) AS A POSSIBLE SOLUTION TO THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND OFFER ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 28,000.

2016 Forest River XLR Toyhauler questions

Does the 2016 Forest River XLR Toyhauler have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2016 Forest River XLR Toyhauler: Trailer Safety Chains May Fail, Risking Separation From Tow Vehicle; Trailer Axle Equalizers Can Fail, Risking Loss of Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Forest River XLR Toyhauler?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Forest River XLR Toyhauler has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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