Forest River Xlr Toyhauler recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 5, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Forest River, Inc. recalls 2016–2017 Forest River Xlr Toyhauler

Recall number

17V366000

Brand / firm

Forest River

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 100 units

Why it was recalled

An equalizer that is too short in length may cause a failure of the equalizer and/or axle springs, resulting in a possible loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2016-2017 XLR ToyHauler recreational trailers, models XLT23KW and WZXLT23KW. These vehicles were built with axle equalizers that are too long.

What to do

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct equalizers, free of charge. The recall began on June 28, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 45-05312017-0415.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.