Recall 17V060 covers 6 2017 Forest River Xlr fifth-wheel recreational vehicles with incorrect placard and VIN type. Forest River provides a free corrected placard.
Forest River is recalling 6 2017 Xlr fifth-wheel recreational vehicles because the federal placard calls them travel trailers and the VIN does not match the vehicle type. Incorrect towing information can lead an owner to tow the fifth-wheel incorrectly and increase crash risk; Forest River dealers will correct the certification information free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Federal Placard on a 2017 Forest River Xlr fifth-wheel recreational vehicle is the certification label that tells inspectors, dealers, and owners what the unit is and ties it to the correct VIN. The VIN is the vehicle's unique identifier, used for registration, service records, title paperwork, and recall matching.
On affected Xlr units, a data entry error printed the placard as "Travel Trailer" when it should say "Fifth-Wheel." The VIN also does not match the vehicle type. That means the paperwork and label information do not describe the unit correctly, even though the issue is with identification rather than a broken mechanical part.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners are not expected to hear, feel, or smell anything different because the problem is on the label and VIN information, not in how the fifth-wheel tows or operates.
Who's affected?
| 2017 Forest River Xlr | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 6 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2017 Forest River Xlr trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
An incorrect Federal Placard can give the operator wrong towing information. Following that label can lead to improper towing and increase the risk of a crash. Before towing, confirm the correct towing instructions with Forest River or the dealer, and replace the placard. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Forest River Xlr is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to request the free corrected Federal Placard that identifies the trailer as a fifth-wheel and matches the vehicle type.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V060 when you call.
- Confirm the fifth-wheel towing setup before towing the trailer, since the incorrect placard and VIN information can lead to an incorrect towing method.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician replaces the incorrect certification placard with a corrected Federal Placard that identifies the vehicle as a fifth-wheel. The corrected placard is provided free of charge under the recall. Parts and labor are covered. Forest River has a general reimbursement plan on file, so keep proof of any related out-of-pocket placard correction and contact Forest River customer service about reimbursement.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 26, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 22, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 21, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| March 21, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 21, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V060?
Recall 17V060 covers 6 2017 Forest River Xlr fifth-wheel recreational vehicles with an incorrect Federal Placard and a VIN that does not match the vehicle type. The placard says "Travel Trailer" when it should say "Fifth-Wheel." Forest River will provide a corrected placard for free.
What should I do if my 2017 Forest River Xlr is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific recreational vehicle is included in recall 17V060. If it is, contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432 and ask for recall 45-0132016-0312. Forest River will provide the corrected Federal Placard for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to correct safety defects and noncompliance recalls at no cost to owners. Forest River will provide a corrected Federal Placard free of charge for included 2017 Xlr fifth-wheel recreational vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is incorrect towing. The placard identifies the vehicle as a travel trailer instead of a fifth-wheel, and the VIN does not match the vehicle type. That incorrect information can lead an operator to tow the vehicle incorrectly, increasing crash risk.
When did Forest River start this recall repair?
Forest River began the recall on February 22, 2017. The remedy is available now, so included owners should contact Forest River customer service with recall number 45-0132016-0312 and request the corrected Federal Placard.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V060000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-642-0432 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V060 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V060000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →