NHTSA Recall 17V708000: Alternator/generator/regulator (electrical system)
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 762 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Forest River Vengeance.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V708000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 73-0535 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR |
| Report received | November 10, 2017 |
| Owner notification | December 4, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
The generator's exhaust may melt the trailer's underbelly, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 17V708000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Forest River Vengeance | 2017, 2018 |
| Forest River Wolf Pack | 2017, 2018 |
| Forest River XLR | 2017, 2018 |
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.