CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Forest River XLR has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Visibility (1 report).
2013 Forest River XLR recalls
Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire
Some fire extinguishers installed in certain recreational vehicles, cargo trailers and restroom trailers may have clogged internals, so they may not discharge as expected or may need excessive force to activate.
Rear axle bolt may not be seated, risking loss of control
The axle equalizer knurled bolt, which secures the rear axle to the chassis axle hanger, may not be properly seated.
Water Heater May Overheat, Causing Scalding Steam
The on-demand LPG water heater in certain 2012-2016 recreational vehicles and toy haulers may overheat the water at the hot water supply tap.
Wheel studs may break, risking a wheel detaching
Certain Forest River trailers have rear axle wheel studs that may break.
Most common 2013 Forest River XLR problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Visibility | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2013 Forest River XLR Toy Hauler. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH and towing the toy hauler, the side window in the kitchen detached. The contact stated there was glue residue detected around the seal. The contact used a piece of plexiglass to cover the hole. The contact called the local dealer who ordered the replacement glass, but the RV was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but no additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was unknown.
2013 Forest River XLR questions
Does the 2013 Forest River XLR have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2013 Forest River XLR: Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire; Rear axle bolt may not be seated, risking loss of control; Water Heater May Overheat, Causing Scalding Steam; Wheel studs may break, risking a wheel detaching; Equipment. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Forest River XLR?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (1), Structure (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Forest River XLR 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.