2018 Forest River XLR Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

8 safety recalls on file

The 2018 Forest River XLR has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

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

8Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2018 Forest River XLR recalls

Trailers May Lack Carbon Monoxide Alarm, Risking Poisoning

Recall 19V050Jan 23, 20197 vehicles affected

Certain 2018 Forest River XLR recreational trailers (models XLT26HFS, XLT26HFS-W, and XLT27KW) were not equipped with a liquid propane (LP) and carbon monoxide (CO) detector.

Awning May Deploy While Trailer Is Moving

Recall 18V527Aug 13, 20182,582 vehicles affected

Certain recreational trailers have an awning that may deploy on its own while the trailer is being towed.

Tongue Jack Can Move Unexpectedly, Risking Crash or Injury

Recall 18V051Jan 12, 20181,349 vehicles affected

The laminated plastic touch pad on the Smart-Jack power tongue jack can crack or separate.

Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire

Recall 17V756Nov 22, 2017365,885 vehicles affected

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.

Generator exhaust can melt underbelly, causing fire risk

Recall 17V708Nov 10, 2017762 vehicles affected

Certain trailers with an optional generator have the generator's exhaust pipe mounted too close to the plastic underbelly of the trailer.

Tire placard may list wrong tire and rim sizes

Recall 17V523Aug 25, 201734 vehicles affected

The tire and rim information on the Federal Placard in certain vehicles may be incorrect.

Wrong tire and weight data on label may cause crash risk

Recall 17V282Apr 26, 201771 vehicles affected

Certain 2017-2018 recreational trailers may have a Federal Placard that inaccurately lists the tire and rim combinations installed on the trailer.

Patio deck can drop unexpectedly, raising crash risk

Recall 17V227Apr 4, 201768 vehicles affected

Certain 2016-2018 XLR Toyhauler recreational vehicles may have side patio deck bar lock fasteners that are not strong enough.

Most common 2018 Forest River XLR problems

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

Problem areaReports
Structure1

What owners report

2018-05-14, Structure
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 FOREST RIVER 28KW XLR NITRO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRESH WATER TANK DETACHED FROM THE TRAILER WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO SPECIALTY RV (509 S BROAD ST, LANCASTER, OH) WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE FRESH WATER TANK WAS DETACHED. THE TRAILER WAS REPAIRED. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE FAILURE WAS INHERENT TO THE TRAILER. THE VIN WAS NOT PROVIDED. THERE WAS NO MILEAGE.

2018 Forest River XLR questions

Does the 2018 Forest River XLR have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2018 Forest River XLR: Trailers May Lack Carbon Monoxide Alarm, Risking Poisoning; Awning May Deploy While Trailer Is Moving; Tongue Jack Can Move Unexpectedly, Risking Crash or Injury; Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire; Generator exhaust can melt underbelly, causing fire risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Forest River XLR?

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

How do I check if a recall on my 2018 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.

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