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2020 Forest River Rockwood problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 17 complaints on file for the 2020 Forest River Rockwood — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

17

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2020 compare to other Rockwood years?

Rockwood NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted19 complaints1993: 1 complaints1997: 0 complaints1998: 0 complaints1999: 0 complaints2000: 0 complaints2001: 0 complaints2002: 1 complaints2003: 11 complaints2004: 2 complaints2005: 0 complaints2006: 2 complaints2007: 1 complaints2008: 0 complaints2010: 2 complaints2012: 18 complaints2013: 7 complaints2014: 8 complaints2015: 18 complaints2016: 13 complaints2017: 10 complaints2018: 10 complaints2019: 8 complaints2020: 17 complaints2021: 7 complaints2022: 19 complaints2023: 4 complaints2024: 2 complaints2026: 0 complaints
Rockwood NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2020 Forest River Rockwood problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Tires & Wheels635%
Other424%
Body & Structure318%
Suspension212%
Electrical System16%
Engine16%

Does the 2020 Forest River Rockwood have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

20V376000OtherJune 26, 2020 · 74 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Rockwood trailers, model RLT2205S-W. The Federal Placard indicates an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).

Consequence

The incorrect Federal Placard may result in the operator unknowingly overloading the vehicle, causing loss of control, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will provide replacement placards that contain the accurate information, free of charge. This recall began July 17, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-8943. Forest River's number for this recall is 10B-1185.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“I had tread separation issues with two of the four Castle Rock ST tires size 205/75/R14 on my 2020 travel trailer with less than 10,000 miles of use. One tire blew across the tire from side to side with complete separation of the tread. The second tire had a bulge lengthwise that completely wore…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · June 4, 2021

“The Rockwood 2608BS I was towing with my 3/4 ton pickup began to sway and I was unable to recover from the sway. In a matter of 4-5 seconds, the trailer lay on its side and i was at a complete stop on the highway. No one was hurt, and there were no other vehicles involved in this incident. Earlier…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · June 30, 2021 · crash · fire

“This trailer has twelve bolts and nuts that retain the body of the trailer to the trailer frame. I had three of the nuts completely fall off while the remaining nine were only finger tight. Additionally there are two brackets that retain the LP gas line that connect to an outlet on the side of the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · May 11, 2022

“The contact owns a 2020 Forest River Rockwood. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, an abnormal snapping sound was coming from the RV, followed by a dragging sound. Upon inspection of the RV, the contact discovered that the battery had fallen out of the vehicle due to faulty metal straps.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · January 31, 2022

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 FOREST RIVER ROCKWOOD TRAVEL TRAILER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE HOT WATER HEATER WAS IN USE INSIDE THE VEHICLE, THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR ALARMED INDICATING CARBON MONOXIDE WAS PRESENT INSIDE THE TRAILER. THE CONTACT STATED THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITH WIND…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · July 1, 2020

2020 Forest River Rockwood — common questions

Is the 2020 Forest River Rockwood reliable?

The record is thin — 17 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2020 Rockwood problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are tires & wheels (6 complaints), other (4 complaints), body & structure (3 complaints).

Does the 2020 Forest River Rockwood have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2020 Forest River Rockwood. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.