2019 Forest River Rockwood problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 8 complaints on file for the 2019 Forest River Rockwood — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 5 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

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NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other Rockwood years?

Rockwood 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 Rockwood problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Tires & Wheels	4	50%	— flat
Electrical System	1	13%	▼ down
Body & Structure	1	13%	▼ down
Suspension	1	13%	▼ down
Trailer Hitch	1	13%	new

Does the 2019 Forest River Rockwood have recalls?

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

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.

“The contact owns a 2019 Forest River Rockwood RV equipped with four Castrock ST tires, tire size: 205/75/14, and DOT JUJTYMT DOM16/18. The contact stated that while driving at various highway speeds while towing the RV, the RV was unstable. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the two rear…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · August 1, 2022

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 FOREST RIVER ROCKWOOD TRAVEL TRAILER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WATER HOLDING TANK BOLTS BECAME DETACHED AND THE FRAME WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DRIFTWOOD RV CENTER (1975 U.S. P, CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, NH 08210, [PHONE]) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · October 17, 2018

“Dexter axels can not be aligned, resulting in excessive tire wear and blowouts. I purchased a 2019 Rockwood travel trailer used on [XXX]. Tires looked nearly new. On [XXX] I replaced tires in Kanab, UT. On 8/31/2021 I had the alignment checked at Superior Spring in Cheshire, MA. The axels were…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · May 3, 2022

“ My Forest River Rockwood signature 5th wheel control panel TP36Q10 failed at our campsite. We were stuck. Had to manually bring in 3 slides. The 3rd bedroom slide had to be battery override/control panel override with a drill motor battery to bring back into the 5th wheel coach. This I learned…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · April 20, 2023

“towing my camper with a trailer/side-by-side when the kingpin broke away from trailer hitch. Attached are pic's of the result”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Trailer Hitch · September 23, 2022 · crash

2019 Forest River Rockwood — common questions

Is the 2019 Forest River Rockwood reliable?

The record is thin — 8 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 5 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2019 Forest River Rockwood have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 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 2019 compare to other Rockwood years?

What are the most common 2019 Forest River Rockwood problems?

Does the 2019 Forest River Rockwood have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2019 Forest River Rockwood — common questions

Is the 2019 Forest River Rockwood reliable?

Does the 2019 Forest River Rockwood have recalls?

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