Forest River XLR TOYHAULER problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
25 owner complaints analyzed
14 distinct recall campaigns
2,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2016 to 2024 model years. Data snapshot: . 9 complaints include usable failure mileage.
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Most common problems
Tires is the most frequently named component, appearing in 8 of 25 complaints (32.0%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical and battery issues | 5 | 20.0% |
| Braking behavior | 2 | 8.0% |
| Steering behavior | 1 | 4.0% |
| Fuel system concerns | 1 | 4.0% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Tires | 8 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Structure:Body | 3 |
| Equipment | 2 |
| Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Electrical System:Wiring | 1 |
Tires: 8; Electrical System: 7; Structure: 3; Structure:Body: 3; Equipment: 2; Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer: 2; Suspension: 2; Electrical System:Wiring: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 8 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 1 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 8; 25,000 to 49,999: 1; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (8). 16 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 2 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 4 |
2018: 2; 2019: 1; 2020: 1; 2021: 7; 2022: 2; 2023: 7; 2025: 1; 2026: 4
Pattern summary
Tires leads the component reports. Electrical and battery issues appears in 5 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 2 complaint narratives. Steering behavior appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11432858 · 2021-09-14 (September 14, 2021)
The contact owns a 2021 Forest River XLR ToyHauler. The contact stated that there was a dent in the roof which allowed water into the trailer. The water leakage caused a shortage in the electrical system. The contact had not taken the trailer to the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 1,800.
Owner-reported narrative. 1,800 miles reported. Look up ODI 11432858 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11464889 · 2022-05-16 (May 16, 2022)
Electrical breakers continue to trip. Trim issues throughout along with floor bulking in kitchen. Both slides on on right side of camper leak when it rains. First trip out landing jacks did not work to level unit and one of the back glasses in the toy hauler scattered going down the road which was replaced with warranty. We have been trying to get the slide issue looked into for a couple of months but no luck getting a forest river tech to come assess and fix with the additional warranty purchased along with this unit. Have contacted manufac…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11464889 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11302351 · 2020-01-27 (January 27, 2020)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DOING A ROUTINE CHECK ON THE BRAKES, THE CONTACT NOTICED THE REAR LEAD SPRING BOLTS DETACHED FROM THE WHEEL. THE RV WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER QUIETWOODS RV FOX VALLEY 9042 CAMPERS WAY, NEENAH, WI 54956 WHERE A VISUAL INSPECTION WAS PERFORMED AND DETERMINED THAT THE REAR LEAD SPRING FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE RV WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V366000 (SUSPENSION) AS A POSSIBLE SOLUTION TO THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE…
Owner-reported narrative. 28,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11302351 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11728171 · 2026-03-31 (March 31, 2026)
The failure involves the trailer brake wiring system. The brake wiring harness near the rear bathroom plumbing exit is improperly routed and installed in direct proximity to moving suspension components. This has resulted in repeated abrasion and damage to the brake wiring, causing intermittent and reduced braking capability. The affected components are available for inspection upon request. This condition presents a serious safety hazard. The trailer (approx. 18,000 lbs GVW) experienced degraded braking performance, significantly increasing s…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11728171 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11722401 · 2026-03-06 (March 6, 2026)
The contact owns a 2021 Forest River XLR Toy Hauler equipped with Castle Rock Tires, Tire Line: ST Tires, Tire Size: 225/75/R15, DOT Number: TJULT 1MT. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the RV suddenly started to swerve, and the steering wheel became unstable. The contact regained control of the steering wheel and parked the vehicle on the shoulder of the roadway. Upon inspection, it was discovered that there was tread separation on the rear passenger’s side tire. The spare tire was mounted to the RV, and the contact continued driving on the …
Owner-reported narrative. 8,500 miles reported. Look up ODI 11722401 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11678288 · 2025-08-04 (August 4, 2025)
My fuel station was not pumping fuel only air because the fuel pump line and fill neck vent hose line on the fuel station where installed from the manufacturer backwards not allowing the fuel to be picked up from the tank to the transfer pump. In an email from the fuel station manufacturer “Your particular unit came from Forest River Plant #79 and had a batch of these units where they installed the lines incorrect, not allowing the pump to pull any fuel.”
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11678288 at NHTSA ↗
Recalls by model year
All campaigns in the snapshot affecting each model year, including recalls announced years later.
Recall campaigns
Shared campaigns appear once in each affected model year.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 1 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 4 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 |
2016: 2; 2017: 5; 2018: 1; 2020: 1; 2021: 4; 2022: 6; 2023: 1; 2024: 1