Recall 17V366 affects 100 2016-2017 Forest River Xlr Toyhauler trailers for incorrect axle equalizers. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 100 2016-2017 Xlr Toyhauler recreational trailers because the axle equalizers were built too long. The wrong-length equalizers can fail or damage the axle springs, leading to loss of vehicle control and increased crash risk; Forest River dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The axle equalizer on a 2016-2017 Forest River Xlr Toyhauler is part of the trailer suspension. It pivots between the leaf spring hangers and helps share load between the axles as the trailer moves over bumps. The correct equalizer keeps the axle spacing and suspension movement within the chassis design.
Affected trailers were built with axle equalizers that are too long. Forest River traced the problem to an engineering drawing error for the chassis axle hanger location, which led the wrong size equalizer to be listed and installed. With the longer equalizer bolted between the chassis and axles, the suspension is not set up as intended.
There is no warning sign before failure. The filing lists no owner symptom, so do not rely on noise, tire position, or a visible change to tell you the wrong equalizer is installed.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2016 and 2017 model years tied to the same suspension component.
| 2016 Forest River Xlr Toyhauler | suspension component |
|---|---|
| 2017 Forest River Xlr Toyhauler | suspension component |
| Units affected | 100 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
A too-short equalizer can fail and damage the axle springs, which can lead to loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the repair soon if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Forest River Xlr Toyhauler is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free installation of correct axle equalizers, which fixes the too-long suspension equalizers.
- Reference recall number 17V366 when you call, and bring the owner notice if Forest River mailed one.
- Ask the dealer whether the trailer is safe to tow before your appointment.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432 with questions about the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician removes the axle equalizers that are too long and installs the correct equalizers for the trailer suspension. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Forest River has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for this repair before the recall work was completed. Bring repair invoices and payment records to the service desk, or contact Forest River customer service to ask how to file the reimbursement claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 5, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 28, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 1, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| August 1, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 1, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V366?
Recall 17V366 covers 100 2016-2017 Forest River Xlr Toyhauler recreational trailers with incorrect axle equalizers. The equalizer or axle springs can fail, causing loss of vehicle control and increasing crash risk. Forest River dealers will install the correct equalizers for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Forest River Xlr Toyhauler is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 17V366. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule installation of the correct axle equalizers. Reference recall number 17V366 and Forest River recall number 45-05312017-0415 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Forest River dealers will install the correct equalizers free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included 2016-2017 Forest River Xlr Toyhauler trailers.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of vehicle control. The incorrect axle equalizers can contribute to equalizer or axle spring failure, which increases crash risk while towing. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair before further use.
When did the Forest River Xlr Toyhauler recall repair start?
The recall repair began on June 28, 2017. Forest River dealers can install the correct equalizers for included trailers. If you never received a notice, check your VIN, then call a Forest River dealer or Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V366000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-642-0432 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V366 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V366000 |
Source documents
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- Download Recall Report (PDF)
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- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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