Recall 25V727000
NHTSA safety recall campaign 25V727000. Component: EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:PLUMBING:POTABLE WATER. 1,868 units potentially affected.
Risk Summary (Consequence)
A detached water thank can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Defect Summary
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 XLR Toy Hauler travel trailers. The mounting brackets may be improperly located or secured, allowing the fresh water tank to detach when full.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and add securements to the tank as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 12, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 45-1997.
Key Dates
Affected Vehicles
| Make | Model | Year | VIN Lookup |
|---|---|---|---|
| FOREST RIVER | XLR TOYHAULER | 2021 | Check VINs |
Other FOREST RIVER, INC. Recalls
Recent campaigns from the same manufacturer (last 3 years)
Recent FOREST RIVER, INC. Recalls
| Campaign | Report Date | Component | Makes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V154000 | Mar 17, 2026 | EQUIPMENT | FOREST RIVER | 36 |
| 26V131000 | Mar 5, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | DYNAMAX | 27 |
| 26V130000 | Mar 5, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | FOREST RIVER | 116 |
| 26V039000 | Jan 23, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | FOREST RIVER | 247 |
| 26V020000 | Jan 19, 2026 | EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER | COACHMEN, EAST TO WEST, FOREST RIVER | 515 |
| 26V013000 | Jan 16, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | FOREST RIVER | 16 |
| 25V728000 | Oct 24, 2025 | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | COACHMEN | 8 |
| 25V714000 | Oct 21, 2025 | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | EAST TO WEST | 100 |
| 25V708000 | Oct 17, 2025 | EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:OVEN/STOVE/COOKTOP | FOREST RIVER | 38 |
| 25V707000 | Oct 17, 2025 | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | FOREST RIVER | 23 |
How to Act on This Recall
- Owners: Contact your authorized dealer to schedule the remedy at no cost. Remedy is covered under 49 U.S.C. 30120.
- Fleets: Use the Fleet Recall Checker to scan your VIN list against this and other open campaigns.
- Looking up a specific VIN? Check VIN against NHTSA for open recalls on that vehicle.
- NHTSA contact: Vehicle Safety Hotline 1-888-327-4236.