2008 Forest River Flagstaff recalls and problems

The 2008 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 2008 Forest River Flagstaff vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2008 Forest River Flagstaff recalls

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.

2008 Forest River Flagstaff problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Structure1
Electrical System1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 4,000 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 2008 Forest River Flagstaff complaints

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

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 4,000 miles · reported Dec 2, 2011
Purchased new 2008 forestriver flagstaff hw camper june 20, 2008 from tom johnson's rv in marion, nc. I left home with my grandchildren for a 3 week roadtrip on june 23, 2008 pulling this camper. On our route home on I-29, just outside of council bluffs, iowa, my car and camper swerved violently. I was able to keep it under control thinking it was caused by the wind. The next morning when leaving the motel we stayed in - I heard a grinding noise. I drove across the parking lot into the camping world lot. There they discovered that the brake on the camper had "burned up" and was melted to the…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Forest River Flagstaff have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Forest River Flagstaff: 07V-514 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Forest River Flagstaff?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (1 reports), followed by structure (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 4,000 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.