CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Forest River XLR has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (1 report).
2015 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.
Ladder Hinges Can Separate, Letting Ladder Fall
Certain aluminum black ladders made by Christianson Industries and installed on some Forest River-built RVs and toyhaulers have retractable hinges, each with a welded "top hat" piece that can separate from the hinge.
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.
Loose Wiring at Power Inlet Can Cause Arcing and Fire
Certain trailers have wiring at the electrical inlet used to connect external AC power that may have been strained during assembly.
Fuel Vapors Can Ignite Near Heater, Risking Fire
Certain 2015 trailers with a rear garage and optional fueling station may have the fuel nozzle hose positioned too close to a fuel-burning appliance.
Fuel Vapors Can Reach Heater Flame, Risking Fire
This recall covers a 2015 recreational vehicle with a front deck and an optional fueling station.
Wrong weight rating label could overload hitch and cause crash
Certain 2015 recreational vehicles and toy haulers may have a Certification label that lists a gross vehicle weight rating of 21,000 lbs.
Most common 2015 Forest River XLR problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
WE ARE CONTACTING YOU REGARDING A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE THAT OCCURRED WITH OUR XLR NITRO TRAILER (LAST 4 OF VIN IS 9388) ON AUGUST 30, 2015. ON THAT DATE OUR FAMILY WAS TOWING OUR XLR FROM LAKE TEXOMA, TX TO OUR HOME, A DISTANCE OF APPROXIMATELY 90 MILES. IMMEDIATELY AFTER GETTING ON THE MAIN HIGHWAY WE WERE FLAGGED DOWN BY A PASSERBY WHO SEEMED VERY EXCITED. HE SHOWED US THAT THE BATTERY HAD FALLEN OUT OF ITS NORMAL PLACE OF RESIDENCE ON THE TRAILER AND WAS SWINGING IN THE AIR ATTACHED TO THE TRAILER BY ONLY THE BATTERY CABLES. UPON INSPECTION WE OBSERVED BATTERY ACID LEAKING OUT AND COULD SEE WHERE THE BATTERY ACID HAD FLUNG ACROSS THE ENTIRE SIDE OF THE TRAILER. UPON FURTHER INVESTI
2015 Forest River XLR questions
Does the 2015 Forest River XLR have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2015 Forest River XLR: Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire; Ladder Hinges Can Separate, Letting Ladder Fall; Rear axle bolt may not be seated, risking loss of control; Water Heater May Overheat, Causing Scalding Steam; Loose Wiring at Power Inlet Can Cause Arcing and Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Forest River XLR?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 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.