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2023 Forest River XLR Toy Hauler problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2023 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.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2023 compare to other XLR Toy Hauler years?

XLR Toy Hauler NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 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, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2023 Forest River XLR Toy Hauler have recalls?

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

26V390000OtherJune 15, 2026 · 38 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023-2024 XLR Toy Hauler recreational trailers. The listed Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) exceeds the weight rating on the upper deck chassis. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and Rims-Other than Passenger Cars."

Consequence

Referencing the incorrect GVWR may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will install a new corrected label, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 25, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 79-2067.

2023 Forest River XLR Toy Hauler — common questions

Is the 2023 Forest River XLR Toy Hauler reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2023 Forest River XLR Toy Hauler have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2023 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.