Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 XLR toy hauler recreational vehicles. The protective panel that separates the furnace and furnace components from the mid-deck cargo area is missing from the RV.
Cargo could contact the furnace wiring and other components, resulting in an electrical short and increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a felt-covered wall panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 1, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River’s number for this recall is 79-1432.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153).
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I purchased a “new” 27LRLE XLR MICRO BOOST that promptly caught fire a couple days after delivery and has done so again- twice. All fires were electric: one required the FD’s assistance. Both the dealership and Forest River have refused to assist. I purchased warranties in addition to the manufacturer’s. A year has passed- floor/roof falling in, no electric, mechanical components rusted through, gas leaks, awning snapped off, tow lip improperly welded/ seized jack…