2007 Forest River Flagstaff recalls and problems

The 2007 Forest River Flagstaff has 2 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Forest River dealer.

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

Recalls may cover only some 2007 Forest River Flagstaff vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2007 Forest River Flagstaff recalls

Recall 10V-454: Equipment

Reported Oct 1, 2010 · 2,207 vehicles affected · FOREST RIVER, INC.

Problem: 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.

Risk: An overheated receiver could cause a fire.

Fix: 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.

Recall 07V-514: Equipment

Reported Nov 5, 2007 · 2,983 vehicles affected · FOREST RIVER, INC.

Problem: 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.

Risk: Should the cable shaft break, the fct top could then free-fall into the lower position, possibly resulting in injuries.

Fix: 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.

2007 Forest River Flagstaff problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Equipment2
Structure1

Most reported parts

  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 1
  • Equipment › Mechanical › Winch — 1
  • Structure › Body — 1

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 2007 Forest River Flagstaff complaints

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

Structure · reported Apr 17, 2015
The contact owns a 2007 forest river flagstaff. The contact stated that there was a formaldehyde odor coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure was unable to be determined. The contact was concerned for his safety. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was not available.
Equipment · reported May 14, 2009
Consumer is requesting that 2007 forest river flagstaff tent camper model 206st be recalled for failure of the lift system. The consumer didn't understand why a battery was required to operate an electric winch. The battery on the camper was in a vinyl box which sat on the tongue of the camper and not bolted down. After going over road construction on a camping trip, the battery in the box fell off and was dragged under the camper, which caused it not to function. Because of what happened, when the consumer plugged the electric cord into the outlet, the electric winch did not work. The…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Forest River Flagstaff have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2007 Forest River Flagstaff: 10V-454 (equipment), 07V-514 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Forest River Flagstaff?

Owners report equipment problems most often (2 reports), followed by structure (1).

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.