Recall 17V227000: 2016–2018 Forest River XLR
- Report received
- Apr 4, 2017
- Manufacturer
- Forest River, Inc.
- Potentially affected
- 68vehicles
- Model years
- 2016–2018
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
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.
Possible consequence
If the patio deck drops while the vehicle is in use, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
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.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2016 Forest River XLR1 complaints
- 2017 Forest River XLR0 complaints
- 2018 Forest River XLR1 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.