FOREST RIVER XLR (2018) recall — Equipment
Forest River is recalling 2018 XLR recreational trailers without LP/CO detectors to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning risks. Owners must have a detector installed by dealers by February 2019.
Use caution until it’s fixed
Without an LP/CO detector, an occupant may not be alerted to high levels of Carbon Monoxide, increasing the risk of injury.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Forest River is recalling 2018 XLR recreational trailers that lack a liquid propane (LP) and carbon monoxide (CO) detector. Without this safety feature, occupants could be exposed to dangerous carbon monoxide levels without warning, increasing injury risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224908-forest-river-2018-xlr-trailers-carbon-monoxide-detector-recall.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224908-forest-river-2018-xlr-trailers-carbon-monoxide-detector-recall · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V050000
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“Forest River 2018 XLR Trailers: Carbon Monoxide Detector Recall.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224908-forest-river-2018-xlr-trailers-carbon-monoxide-detector-recall. Based on NHTSA recall #19V050000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V050000).
Why it’s dangerous
The trailers were manufactured without a liquid propane (LP) and carbon monoxide (CO) detector. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas that can cause poisoning if levels become too high, especially in enclosed spaces where ventilation is limited.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2018 Forest River XLR recreational trailers with model numbers XLT26HFS, XLT26HFS-W, or XLT27KW are affected. Those using these trailers in homes or garages without proper ventilation are at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check your 2018 Forest River XLR trailer's model number: XLT26HFS, XLT26HFS-W, or XLT27KW. These trailers were sold starting in 2018 and were not equipped with an LP/CO detector.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Forest River Customer Service
Call 1-574-642-0432 to confirm your trailer is affected and schedule a free LP/CO detector installation.
Have Detector Installed
Dealers will install a free LP/CO detector in your trailer by the recall deadline.
February 2019
What NHTSA says to do
Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will install an LP/CO detector, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 45-0931.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The 2018 XLR trailers were not equipped with a liquid propane (LP) and carbon monoxide (CO) detector, which can lead to undetected carbon monoxide poisoning.
How do I know if my trailer is affected?
Check your model number: XLT26HFS, XLT26HFS-W, or XLT27KW. These 2018 Forest River XLR trailers were sold without an LP/CO detector.
What should I do if I have the affected trailer?
Contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432 to arrange a free LP/CO detector installation by dealers.
Contact Forest River
We’ve drafted a message you can send Forest River to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V050000 — Forest River Forest River Hello, I own a Forest River that is covered by recall 19V050000 from Forest River. The official recall notice states: Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will install an LP/CO detector, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest River's number for this recall is 45-0931. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V050000 (January 23, 2019)
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