2019 Forest River Flagstaff problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 10 complaints on file for the 2019 Forest River Flagstaff — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 6 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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How does 2019 compare to other Flagstaff years?

Flagstaff NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Forest River Flagstaff problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Other	4	40%	▲ up
Body & Structure	3	30%	▲ up
Tires & Wheels	3	30%	▼ down

Does the 2019 Forest River Flagstaff have recalls?

6 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

19V570000Trailer HitchAugust 2, 2019 · 1,809 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Flagstaff and Cherokee Arctic Wolf recreational trailers equipped with MORyde Orbital or You Turn Rubber Pin Box Wedge Kits. The pin boxes may have been equipped with bolts 1-3/4" in length when they should be equipped with 2" long bolts.

Consequence

The incorrect bolts may allow the rotating pin box to rotate in two places, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bolts and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2019. Owners may contact MORyde customer service at 1-574-293-1581 or Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-8954 (Flagstaff) or 1-260-499-2100 (Cherokee). Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1065.

19V317000Electrical SystemApril 19, 2019 · 10 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Rockwood and Flagstaff recreational trailers. The wiring for the front bedroom air conditioning may have been improperly installed and may come in contact with the heat strip in the air conditioner.

Consequence

If the wiring harness contacts the heat strip, the sheathing may melt, increasing the risk of fire.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will secure the air conditioner wiring harness away from the heat strip, free of charge. The recall began on May 6, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-8943. Forest River's number for this recall is 10C-1001.

19V084000Latches & LocksFebruary 8, 2019 · 85 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Rockwood and Flagstaff recreational trailers. The bunk bed door latch fasteners that secure the bunk bed door closed may fail, allowing the door to open while moving.

Consequence

If the exterior bunk bed door opens unexpectedly while the trailer is being towed, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will install the correct fasteners for the bunk bed door latches, free of charge. The recall began February 25, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-8943. Forest River's number for this recall is 10D-0950.

19V069000BrakesFebruary 1, 2019 · 2,454 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Flagstaff and Rockwood recreational trailers. The break-away safety switch may be improperly wired, and as a result, the trailer brakes will not apply in the event that the trailer disconnects from the tow vehicle.

Consequence

The trailer's inability to apply the brakes in the event of a separation can increase the risk of crash.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new wiring harness to maintain the supply of power to the brake system, free of charge. The recall began February 25, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2640. Forest River's number for this recall is 10B-0943.

18V678000SuspensionSeptember 27, 2018 · 1,785 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Forest River Flagstaff and Rockwood recreational trailers. The brake mounting flanges on the torsion axles may be incorrectly oriented, which can result in premature brake failure.

Consequence

Premature brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will replace the axles or hubs, free of charge. The recall began on October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2640 or Dexter customer service at 1-574-295-7888.

18V475000SuspensionJuly 18, 2018 · 164 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Forest River Rockwood and Flagstaff trailers. The inner wheel bearings may seize, which can cause the trailer wheels to lock-up.

Consequence

If a wheel locks up, there would be an increased the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inner wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began on August 13, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-4053. Forest River's number for this recall is 10-0786.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“I setup my camper and turn the hot water heater on using the propane setting. I left the camper and came back and could smell something hot/burning inside the camper. I looked at the rubber propane line connected to the hot water heater was on fire. I opened the cover to the hot water heater and…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · May 23, 2025 · fire

“. THE STABILIZING JACKS ARE DEFINITELY JUST FOR STABILIZING. WE THOUGHT THEY WOULD TAKE THE LOAD OF THE RV. 4 JACKS TO SUPPORT 1 RV. THE WARNING ON THE JACKS IS LOCATED ON THE TOPSIDE OF THE JACK, SO A CLUELESS, NEW RV OWNER WOULD NOT SEE THEM UNTIL THE JACKS ARE DOWN. ALSO THE DOCUMENTATION DOES…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · May 15, 2020

“The Castle Rock spare tire failed while on the rim mounted to spare tire holder. Tire was covered 24/7. Size st 205/75r14 Failure was in belts on tread. Large bubble on inside of tire under treads with outside of tire deformed. Pictures available Tire was never used. Air pressure checked with other…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · April 28, 2023

2019 Forest River Flagstaff — common questions

Is the 2019 Forest River Flagstaff reliable?

The record is thin — 10 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 6 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2019 Flagstaff problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are other (4 complaints), body & structure (3 complaints), tires & wheels (3 complaints).

Does the 2019 Forest River Flagstaff have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 Forest River Flagstaff. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2019 compare to other Flagstaff years?

What are the most common 2019 Forest River Flagstaff problems?

Does the 2019 Forest River Flagstaff have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2019 Forest River Flagstaff — common questions

Is the 2019 Forest River Flagstaff reliable?

What are the most common 2019 Flagstaff problems?

Does the 2019 Forest River Flagstaff have recalls?

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