2019 Forest River Xlr problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 2019 Forest River Xlr — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other Xlr years?

Xlr NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Forest River Xlr problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Suspension	1	50%	— flat
Tires & Wheels	1	50%	— flat

Does the 2019 Forest River Xlr have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

18V624000SuspensionSeptember 13, 2018 · 935 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Coachmen Catalina and Apex travel trailers and Forest River Shasta, Wildwood, Salem, Vibe, Sierra, Sandpiper, XLR and Prime Time travel trailers. The axles may be missing inner bearing races on the hubs, which can cause the bearing to burnout or cause the hub to overheat.

Consequence

The missing bearing race may cause premature hub bearing failure, possibly resulting in a separation of the hub from the axle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective hubs with new hubs or replace the axles, free of charge. The recall began October 9, 2018. For customer service, Catalina owners may contact Coachmen at 1-574-825-8657, Apex owners should call 1-574-358-0401, Shasta owners: 1-574-825-8717, Wildwood and Salem owners: 1-574-534-3167, Vibe owners: 1-574-296-2084, Sierra and Sandpiper owners: 1-574-534-4574, XLR owners: 1-574-642-0432, Prime Time owners: 1-574-862-1025. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0851.

18V527000OtherAugust 13, 2018 · 2,582 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Coachmen Work and Play and Adrenaline recreational trailers, 2018-2019 Forest River Forester and XLR recreational trailers and 2018 Forest River Rockwood recreational trailers. The awning may deploy while moving.

Consequence

If the awning deploys while moving, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the awning controller, free of charge. The recall began September 13, 2018. Owners may contact Coachmen customer service at 1-574-825-6302, Forester customer service at 1-574-206-7600, Rockwood customer service at 1-574-642-4053, XLR Toyhauler customer service at 1-574-642-0432, or Lippert customer service at 1-574-538-4514 or recall@lci1.com. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0715.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 FOREST RIVER XLR TOWED BY A 2020 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 15 MPH, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE THAT THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE ON THE CAMPER WAS TURNED INTO THE WHEEL WELL. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND UPON INSPECTION OF THE CAMPER HE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · March 11, 2021

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 FOREST RIVER XLR TOWED BY A 2020 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 15 MPH, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE THAT THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE ON THE CAMPER WAS TURNED INTO THE WHEEL WELL. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND UPON INSPECTION OF THE CAMPER HE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · March 11, 2021

2019 Forest River Xlr — common questions

Is the 2019 Forest River Xlr reliable?

The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2019 Forest River Xlr have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 Forest River Xlr. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2019 compare to other Xlr years?

What are the most common 2019 Forest River Xlr problems?

Does the 2019 Forest River Xlr have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2019 Forest River Xlr — common questions

Is the 2019 Forest River Xlr reliable?

Does the 2019 Forest River Xlr have recalls?

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