2007 Forest River Rockwood problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2007 Forest River Rockwood — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other Rockwood years?

Rockwood NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Forest River Rockwood problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Body & Structure	1	100%	— flat

Does the 2007 Forest River Rockwood have recalls?

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

10V454000OtherOctober 1, 2010 · 2,207 units

Defect

FOREST RIVER IS RECALLING CERTAIN RECREATIONAL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DIMPLEX ELECTRAFLAME, SYMPHONY, OR OPTIFLAME BRANDED ELECTRIC FIREPLACES, STOVES, AND FIREPLACE INSERTS. THE PLUG IN REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER FOR THE FIREPLACE CAN OVERHEAT.

Consequence

AN OVERHEATED RECEIVER COULD CAUSE A FIRE.

Remedy

FOREST RIVER IS WORKING WITH DIMPLEX AND DIMPLEX WILL PROVIDE OWNERS A FREE REPLACEMENT PLUG-IN REMOTE CONTROL KIT. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 28, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DIMPLEX NORTH AMERICA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-888-346-7539.

07V514000OtherNovember 5, 2007 · 2,983 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN FOLDING CAMPING TRAILERS (FCT) EQUIPPED WITH A POWER WINCH UNIT, MODEL P55000, BUILT BY CAREFREE OF COLORADO, AN INCORRECT MATERIAL WAS USED IN THE MANUFACTURE OF THE CABLE SHAFTS ON SOME OF THESE POWER WINCH UNITS. UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES WHILE THE FOLDING CAMPING TRAILER TOP IS BEING LIFTED, IF THE WINCH IS PLACED INTO A STALL CONDITION, THE CABLE SHAFT MAY BREAK PRIOR TO THE FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER TRIPPING.

Consequence

SHOULD THE CABLE SHAFT BREAK, THE FCT TOP COULD THEN FREE-FALL INTO THE LOWER POSITION, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURIES.

Remedy

FOREST RIVER IS WORKING WITH CAREFREE OF COLORADO AND WILL INSTALL NEW CABLE SHAFTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 12, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CAREFREE OF COLORADO AT 1-800-621-2617 OR FOREST RIVER AT 574-389-4615.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The contact owns a 2007 Forest River Rockwood. The contact stated that upon entering the RV, the flooring was soft, especially in front of the sink. The contact stated that there were no water leaks in the RV. The trailer was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the failure as a design…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · March 23, 2011

2007 Forest River Rockwood — common questions

Is the 2007 Forest River Rockwood reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2007 Forest River Rockwood have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2007 Forest River Rockwood. 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 2007 compare to other Rockwood years?

What are the most common 2007 Forest River Rockwood problems?

Does the 2007 Forest River Rockwood have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2007 Forest River Rockwood — common questions

Is the 2007 Forest River Rockwood reliable?

Does the 2007 Forest River Rockwood have recalls?

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