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2020 Forest River XLR Toy Hauler problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2020 Forest River XLR Toy Hauler — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

3

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2020 compare to other XLR Toy Hauler years?

XLR Toy Hauler NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted14 complaints2016: 1 complaints2017: 1 complaints2018: 4 complaints2020: 3 complaints2021: 14 complaints2022: 14 complaints2023: 0 complaints2024: 2 complaints
XLR Toy Hauler NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2020 Forest River XLR Toy Hauler problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Body & Structure133%
Suspension133%
Tires & Wheels133%

Does the 2020 Forest River XLR Toy Hauler have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

20V767000OtherDecember 10, 2020 · 200 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020-2021 XLR Boost Toy Hauler recreational vehicles. The Federal Placard and Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC) label may state a lower weight than the actual weight. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars."

Consequence

An inaccurate weight on the Federal Placard can cause the vehicle to be overloaded, possibly causing damage to the tires and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners and will provide a new Federal Placard and replace any damaged tires, free of charge. The recall began January 8, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 79-1257.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“THE NEW 2020 FOREST RIVER XLR TOYHAULER WE PURCHASED 16K+ GVWR, WAS SUPPLIED WITH 2017 DOT CODED F RATED TIRES. OBVIOUSLY THIS TRAILER SHOULD HAVE COME WITH "G" RATED TIRES FROM THE FACTORY, BUT THAT IS MOOT FOR THIS COMPLAINT. THE F RATED STERLING SPORT ST TIRES SUPPLIED ON OUR 20 XLR WERE, AS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · January 1, 2021

“THE NEW 2020 FOREST RIVER XLR TOYHAULER WE PURCHASED 16K+ GVWR, WAS SUPPLIED WITH 2017 DOT CODED F RATED TIRES. OBVIOUSLY THIS TRAILER SHOULD HAVE COME WITH "G" RATED TIRES FROM THE FACTORY, BUT THAT IS MOOT FOR THIS COMPLAINT. THE F RATED STERLING SPORT ST TIRES SUPPLIED ON OUR 20 XLR WERE, AS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · January 1, 2021

“THE NEW 2020 FOREST RIVER XLR TOYHAULER WE PURCHASED 16K+ GVWR, WAS SUPPLIED WITH 2017 DOT CODED F RATED TIRES. OBVIOUSLY THIS TRAILER SHOULD HAVE COME WITH "G" RATED TIRES FROM THE FACTORY, BUT THAT IS MOOT FOR THIS COMPLAINT. THE F RATED STERLING SPORT ST TIRES SUPPLIED ON OUR 20 XLR WERE, AS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · January 1, 2021

2020 Forest River XLR Toy Hauler — common questions

Is the 2020 Forest River XLR Toy Hauler reliable?

The record is thin — 3 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2020 Forest River XLR Toy Hauler have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2020 Forest River XLR Toy Hauler. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.