Defect Description For Recall
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) Is Recalling Certain 2016-2018 Forest River Xlr Toyhauler Recreational Trailers, Models Xlt25Kw, Xlt25Kw-W, Xlt28Kw And Xlt28Kw-W. The Safety Chains On These Vehicles Do Not Exceed The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Gvwr) Of The Trailer.
Make Of Vehicle
FOREST RIVER
Model Of Vehicle
XLR TOYHAULER
Year
2017
Recall Campaign Number
18V134000
Component Description
Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
Effect Of Defect
If The Trailer Becomes Uncoupled, The Existing Safety Chains May Fail, Allowing The Trailer To Separate From The Tow Vehicle, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Forest River Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Safety Chains With Chains That Exceed The Vehicle’S Gvwr, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On March 13, 2018. Owners May Contact Forest River Customer Service At 1-574-642-0432. Forest River’S Number For This Recall Is 45-0645.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20160331
End Of Manufacture
20180215
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
157
Date Owners Notified
20180313
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Forest River, Inc.
Date Report Received
20180223
Make Campaign Number
45-0645