Recall 17V-708: 2017–2018 Forest River Vengeance, 2017–2018 Forest River Wolf Pack and 1 more
Forest River, Inc. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Nov 10, 2017, covering about 762 vehicles.
The problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 XLR Toyhauler, Vengeance and Wolf Pack recreational trailers equipped with an optional generator. The generator's exhaust pipe is mounted too close to the trailer's plastic underbelly.
The risk
The generator's exhaust may melt the trailer's underbelly, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the routing of the exhaust pipe, lowering it away from the plastic underbelly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 73-0535.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Forest River, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 17V708000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Forest River Vengeance | 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Forest River Wolf Pack | 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Forest River XLR | 2017, 2018 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V-708?
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 XLR Toyhauler, Vengeance and Wolf Pack recreational trailers equipped with an optional generator. The generator's exhaust pipe is mounted too close to the trailer's plastic underbelly.
How is recall 17V-708 fixed?
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the routing of the exhaust pipe, lowering it away from the plastic underbelly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-260-499-2100. Forest River's number for this recall is 73-0535.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.