repaired · 2020 Q4
Equipment
Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
2013 Forest River XLRProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2013 Forest River XLR, most often about the structure. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-756 the manufacturer reports only 8% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 25, 2023. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Forest River XLR has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Structure
1Visibility
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2013 Forest River XLR recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2021 Q4
Axle: non-powered axle assembly
Risk. If the equalizer knurled bolt is not installed properly, the bolt may not properly secure the axle, allowing it to shift and result in a loss of vehicle…
repaired · 2017 Q3
Lpg systems: water heater
Risk. The overheating of the water may result in the release of steam, possibly causing the operator is to scald themselves and increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2017 Q2
Axle: non-powered axle assembly
Risk. If the wheel studs break, the wheel could detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Show 1 more recall
repaired · 2015 Q1
Equipment
Risk. If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Forest River.
Best & worst years
2013 vs. every other XLR year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the XLR median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What XLR owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2013 Forest River XLR Toy Hauler. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH and towing the toy hauler, the side window in the kitchen detached. The contact stated there was glue residue detected around the seal. The contact used a piece of plexiglass to cover the hole. The contact…
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