Insufficient safety chains installed
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2016-2018 forest river xlr toyhauler recreational trailers, models xlt25kw, xlt25kw-w, xlt28kw and xlt28kw-w. the safety chains on these vehicles do not exceed the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) of the trailer.
Safety Consequence
If the trailer becomes uncoupled, the existing safety chains may fail, allowing the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will replace the safety chains with chains that exceed the vehicle's gvwr, free of charge. the recall began on march 13, 2018. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-642-0432. forest river's number for this recall is 45-0645.
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FAQ: Recall 18V134000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V134000?
NHTSA recall 18V134000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on February 23, 2018. It addresses: Insufficient safety chains installed. The recall affects approximately 157 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V134000 or the manufacturer campaign number 45-0645. 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.