2004 Forest River Flagstaff recalls and problems

The 2004 Forest River Flagstaff has 1 safety recall and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Forest River dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
2
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2004 Forest River Flagstaff vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 Forest River Flagstaff recalls

Recall 08V-346: Equipment

Reported Jul 7, 2008 · 107,417 vehicles affected · FOREST RIVER, INC.

Problem: Forest river is recalling certain my 2003-2006 motor homes, fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (Gas flame) is present.

Risk: If this solution is exposed to an ignition source under certain specific circumstances, it can result in a vehicle fire.

Fix: Forest river is working with dometic to repair these refrigerators (Please see 08e032). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist the owner in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or forest river at 1-574-389-4600.

2004 Forest River Flagstaff problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Equipment3

Most reported parts

  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 1,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2004 Forest River Flagstaff complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Equipment · reported Sep 22, 2011
Cpsc#h1180084a. 2004 flagstaff. Consumer stated she was sleeping in camper when the 60x80 bed came apart at the hinges. She reacted quickly and got out through the opening into the camper. Says if she had not reacted quickly she could have gotten seriously hurt. The consumer stated there was a loud noise, then the bed dropped. The consumer stated the aluminum was not welded properly and the only thing holding the bed together was the board on both sides.
Equipment · at 1,000 miles · reported Sep 10, 2008
The contact owns a 2004 forest river flagstaff 8528 rlfs fifth wheel. The fresh water tank fell from the bottom of the fifth wheel as the contact was filling it up with water. She called the manufacturer, but has been unable to speak with anyone. She called the dealer from where the fifth wheel was purchased and they agreed that the failure was due to a manufacturer defect. However, since the vehicle was not under warranty, the dealer could not repair it for free. The failure mileage was 1,000. Updated 10/14/08.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Forest River Flagstaff have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Forest River Flagstaff: 08V-346 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Forest River Flagstaff?

Owners report equipment problems most often (3 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 1,000 miles.

Are Forest River recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Forest River dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.