Fresh water tank may detach
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2021 xlr toy hauler travel trailers. The mounting brackets may be improperly located or secured, allowing the fresh water tank to detach when full.
Safety Consequence
A detached water thank can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and add securements to the tank as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed november 12, 2025. Owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-642-0432. Forest river's number for this recall is 45-1997.
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FAQ: Recall 25V727000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V727000?
NHTSA recall 25V727000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on October 24, 2025. It addresses: Fresh water tank may detach. The recall affects approximately 1,868 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 25V727000 or the manufacturer campaign number 45-1997. 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: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.