FOREST RIVER 2018 FOREST RIVER XLR TOYHAULER Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2018 FOREST RIVER XLR TOYHAULER
Brand
FOREST RIVER
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2018
Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain 2018 FOREST RIVER XLR TOYHAULER vehicles due to equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer issues. 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.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
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.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026