NHTSA vehicle safety data
2018 Forest River XLR Recalls & Complaints
The 2018 Forest River XLR has 8 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Forest River dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2018 Forest River XLR. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2018 Forest River XLR owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2018 Forest River XLR, describing incidents dated April 30, 2018.
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Newest complaints
ODI #11093774 · Filed
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…
Lack of Propane and Carbon Monoxide Detector
NHTSA #19V050000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported January 23, 2019 · Forest River, Inc.
Potentially affected: 7 vehicles
Repair completion: 28.57% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Forest River campaign 45-0931 · Owners notified February 6, 2019 · Vehicles built February 20, 2018 – November 21, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 XLR recreational trailers, models XLT26HFS, XLT26HFS-W, and XLT27KW. The affected trailers were not equipped with a liquid propane (LP)/carbon monoxide (CO) detector.
Safety consequence
Without an LP/CO detector, an occupant may not be alerted to high levels of Carbon Monoxide, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will install an LP/CO detector, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 45-0931.
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.
Awning may Deploy While Moving
NHTSA #18V527000 · Equipment — Recreational Vehicle/Trailer · NHTSA notice
Reported August 13, 2018 · Forest River, Inc.
Potentially affected: 2,582 vehicles
Repair completion: 47.64% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Forest River campaign 51-0715 · Owners notified September 13, 2018 · Vehicles built January 17, 2018 – June 30, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Coachmen Work and Play and Adrenaline recreational trailers, 2018-2019 Forest River Forester and XLR recreational trailers and 2018 Forest River Rockwood recreational trailers. The awning may deploy while moving.
Safety consequence
If the awning deploys while moving, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the awning controller, free of charge. The recall began September 13, 2018. Owners may contact Coachmen customer service at 1-574-825-6302, Forester customer service at 1-574-206-7600, Rockwood customer service at 1-574-642-4053, XLR Toyhauler customer service at 1-574-642-0432, or Lippert customer service at 1-574-538-4514 or [email protected]. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0715.
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.
Power Tongue Jack may Operate Unintentionally
NHTSA #18V051000 · Equipment — Mechanical — Integrated Jack/Leveler/Stabilizer · NHTSA notice
Reported January 12, 2018 · Forest River, Inc.
Potentially affected: 1,349 vehicles
Repair completion: 56.49% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Forest River campaign 51-0610 · Owners notified February 20, 2018 · Vehicles built January 6, 2017 – June 26, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Rockwood and Flagstaff, and Coachmen Freedom Express recreational trailers and 2017-2018 Palomino and XLR ToyHauler and Coachmen Viking recreational trailers equipped with a Smart-Jack model power tongue jack. The laminated plastic touch pad on the jack may crack or separate allowing water to enter, potentially causing the jack to operate unintentionally.
Safety consequence
If the tongue jack retracts or extends unexpectedly, there could be an increased risk of a crash or injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and a Forest River or a Lippert dealer will replace the power tongue jack, free of charge. The recall began on February 20, 2018. Rockwood and Flagstaff Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-5164; XLR ToyHauler owners can call 1-574-642-0432; Viking owners can call 1-269-467-4600; Freedom Express owners can call 1-574-825-8205; Palomino owners can call 1-269-432-3246. Lippert Customer service can be reached at 1-574-538-4514 or by email at [email protected]. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0610.
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.
Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable
NHTSA #17V756000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported November 22, 2017 · Forest River, Inc.
Potentially affected: 365,885 vehicles
Repair completion: 8.47% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Forest River campaign 51-0544 · Owners notified December 27, 2017 · Vehicles built February 1, 2002 – October 17, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2003-2018 Forest River Berkshire, Charleston, Rockport, Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Riverstone, Salem, Sandpiper, Sierra, Vengeance, Wildcat, Wildwood, XLR Boost, Cargo Mate, Continental Cargo, motorhomes, recreational trailers, toyhaulers, cargo trailers and restroom trailers and 2009-2018 Coachmen Mirada, Pursuit, Concord, Leprechaun, Freelander, Orion and Prism motorhomes, 2009-2017 Coachmen Apex and Catalina recreational trailers, and 2013-2017 Shasta Oasis and Revere recreational trailers, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Safety consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Forest River will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on December 27, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0544.
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.
Generator's Exhaust May Melt Plastic Underbelly
NHTSA #17V708000 · Electrical System — Alternator/Generator/Regulator · NHTSA notice
Reported November 10, 2017 · Forest River, Inc.
Potentially affected: 762 vehicles
Repair completion: 23.88% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Forest River campaign 73-0535 · Owners notified December 4, 2017 · Vehicles built February 6, 2017 – October 23, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 XLR Toyhauler, Vengeance and Wolf Pack recreational trailers equipped with an optional generator. The generator's exhaust pipe is mounted too close to the trailer's plastic underbelly.
Safety consequence
The generator's exhaust may melt the trailer's underbelly, increasing the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the routing of the exhaust pipe, lowering it away from the plastic underbelly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 73-0535.
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.
Incorrect Information on Label/FMVSS 110
NHTSA #17V523000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice
Reported August 25, 2017 · Forest River, Inc.
Potentially affected: 34 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Forest River campaign 45-0509 · Owners notified September 5, 2017
Defect description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 XLR ToyHaulers, models XLT23KW and XLT23KW-W. The Federal Placard on these vehicles may not provide the incorrect tire and rim combination information of ST225/75R15/E tires needing 80 PSI and rims of 16X6.0JJ. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Safety consequence
If the information is incorrect, operators could install the incorrect size replacement tires, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Forest River will notify owners and provide a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on September 5, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 45-0509.
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.
Incorrect Federal Placards Issue/FMVSS 110, 567
NHTSA #17V282000 · Tires · NHTSA notice
Reported April 26, 2017 · Forest River, Inc.
Potentially affected: 71 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Forest River campaign 51-04242017-0393 · Owners notified May 17, 2017 · Vehicles built December 29, 2016 – March 23, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Salem, Wildwood, XLR, Sanibel, Wildcat, Vengeance, Chaparral Lite and Columbus recreational trailers. The Federal Placard may inaccurately list the tire and rim combinations that are installed on the trailers. Additionally, the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) information may be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims," and 49 CFR part 567, "Certification."
Safety consequence
The incorrect information may cause the operator to install an incorrect replacement rim or tire, overinflate the tire, or overload the vehicle, all scenarios that may increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Forest River will notify owners and will provide a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-04242017-0393.
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.
Side Deck Patio may Open Unexpectedly
NHTSA #17V227000 · Equipment — Recreational Vehicle/Trailer · NHTSA notice
Reported April 4, 2017 · Forest River, Inc.
Potentially affected: 68 vehicles
Repair completion: 48.53% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Forest River campaign 45-03242017-0360 · Owners notified May 17, 2017 · Vehicles built January 10, 2017 – March 23, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2016-2018 XLR Toyhauler recreational vehicles. The fasteners for the side patio deck bar lock in these vehicles may not be strong enough, allowing the patio door to unlatch and the deck to drop unexpectedly.
Safety consequence
If the patio deck drops while the vehicle is in use, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fasteners with stronger ones, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 45-03242017-0360.
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.
Other Forest River XLR model years
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