Defect Description For Recall
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) Is Recalling Certain 2014 Xlr Hyperlite Toyhaulers. These Vehicles Have An Axle Equalizer Knurled Bolt (Axle Shackle Locating Bolt) That May Not Be Properly Seated In The Chassis Axle Hanger.
Make Of Vehicle
FOREST RIVER
Model Of Vehicle
XLR
Year
2014
Recall Campaign Number
17V292000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear:Axle:Non-Powered Axle Assembly
Effect Of Defect
If The Equalizer Knurled Bolt Is Not Installed Properly, The Bolt May Not Properly Secure The Axle, Allowing It To Shift And Result In A Loss Of Vehicle Control, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Forest River Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace Any Equalizer Knurled Bolts And Nuts That Were Improperly Installed, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On June 7, 2017. Owners May Contact Forest River Customer Service At 1-574-642-0431. Forest River’S Number For This Recall Is 45-03202017-0355.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20130930
End Of Manufacture
20150427
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
487
Date Owners Notified
20170607
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Date Report Received
20170502
Make Campaign Number
45-03202017-0355