NHTSA Recall 14V220000: Labels (equipment)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 152 vehicles. It affects 2014 Forest River XLR.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V220000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | April 23, 2014 |
| Owner notification | May 23, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2014 XLR XLT29HSF travel trailers manufactured October 10, 2013, through April 16, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the Federal Certification label incorrectly states that the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is 11,135 pounds instead of the correct GVWR of 9,774 pounds as well as incorrectly stating the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) as 5,080 pounds instead of the correct GAWR of 4,400 pounds. As such, the vehicles do not conform to Part 567, "Certification."
Safety risk
If the trailer is loaded to the specifications listed on the label, tire failure may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Forest River will notify owners and will supply a corrected certification label, free of charge. The recall began on May 23, 2014. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-353-7383.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V220000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Forest River XLR | 2014 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.