CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Forest River XLR Toyhauler has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Tires (1 report).
2017 Forest River XLR Toyhauler recalls
Trailer Safety Chains May Fail, Risking Separation From Tow Vehicle
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
Certain 2016-2017 XLR ToyHauler trailers were built with axle equalizers that are too long.
Wrong tire pressure label can lead to tire failure
The federal tire placard on certain 2017 XLR ToyHauler trailers lists the rear tire pressure as 50 psi, but the tires should be inflated to 80 psi.
Rear cargo door hinge may separate, risking injury
Certain rear cargo door hinges on these recreational fifth-wheel vehicles may have welds on the hinge pin and hinge plate that are not strong enough.
Wrong load placard can lead to trailer overloading and crash risk
The Federal certification placard on some trailers may be incorrect because it does not show that the trailer has a third axle.
Most common 2017 Forest River XLR Toyhauler problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2017 Forest River Fury ToyHauler equipped with Power King tires, Tire Line: Towmax STR, Tire Size: 225/75/R15, DOT Number: 1ADB4-TBT1-4017 trailered to a 2002 Ford F-250. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the front passengerâs side tire experienced a blowout. The front and rear passengerâs side trailer tires were replaced by an independent mechanic. Approximately two years later, the rear driverâs side trailer tire also experienced a blowout. The contact had the driverâs and passengerâs side tires replaced by an independent mechanic. Recently, the contact stated that the same front passengerâs side tire experienced another blowout while driving approximately
2017 Forest River XLR Toyhauler questions
Does the 2017 Forest River XLR Toyhauler have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2017 Forest River XLR Toyhauler: Trailer Safety Chains May Fail, Risking Separation From Tow Vehicle; Trailer Axle Equalizers Can Fail, Risking Loss of Control; Wrong tire pressure label can lead to tire failure; Rear cargo door hinge may separate, risking injury; Wrong load placard can lead to trailer overloading and crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Forest River XLR Toyhauler?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Tires (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 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.