CarRecallWatch- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
- Problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2020 XLR Micro Boost trailers, models XLT25LRLE-79 and XLT27LRLE-79. The fasteners used to attach the ramp door may loosen and cause the ramp door to detach from the vehicle.
- Risk
- If the ramp door detaches from the vehicle, it may result in injury and/or a crash.
- Remedy
- Forest River will notify owners, and dealers or authorized service centers will replace the fasteners for the ramp door, free of charge. This recall began June 1, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 79-1161.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The fasteners that attach the ramp door can loosen over time, which may allow the ramp door to come off the vehicle while it is in use.
If the ramp door detaches, it may cause injury and/or a crash. Owners should stop using the ramp door and avoid driving with it if it appears loose or unsecured until it has been checked.
Forest River will notify owners, and authorized dealers or service centers will replace the ramp door fasteners free of charge. Owners can contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432 (recall number 79-1161). You can also check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Forest River XLR Micro Boost | 20192020 |
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