NHTSA recall 17V366000
Suspension
Forest River Xlr Toyhauler
Reported Jun 5, 2017100 vehicles affectedForest River, Inc.Maker’s number 45-05312017-0415Built Jul 21, 2015 – Jul 27, 2016
The defect
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.
The risk
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.
The remedy
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.