Generator's exhaust may melt plastic underbelly
Defect Summary
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 Consequence
The generator's exhaust may melt the trailer's underbelly, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 17V708000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V708000?
NHTSA recall 17V708000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on November 10, 2017. It addresses: Generator's exhaust may melt plastic underbelly. The recall affects approximately 762 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V708000 or the manufacturer campaign number 73-0535. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.