2019 Forest River Flagstaff recalls and problems

The 2019 Forest River Flagstaff has 6 safety recalls and 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Forest River dealer.

Recalls
6
Complaints
7
Crashes / fires
0 / 1
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2019 Forest River Flagstaff vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2019 Forest River Flagstaff recalls

Recall 19V-570: Trailer Hitches

Reported Aug 2, 2019 · 1,809 vehicles affected · Forest River, Inc.

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Flagstaff and Cherokee Arctic Wolf recreational trailers equipped with MORyde Orbital or You Turn Rubber Pin Box Wedge Kits. The pin boxes may have been equipped with bolts 1-3/4" in length when they should be equipped with 2" long bolts.

Risk: The incorrect bolts may allow the rotating pin box to rotate in two places, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bolts and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2019. Owners may contact MORyde customer service at 1-574-293-1581 or Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-8954 (Flagstaff) or 1-260-499-2100 (Cherokee). Forest River's number for this recall is 51-1065.

Recall 19V-317: Electrical System

Reported Apr 19, 2019 · 10 vehicles affected · Forest River, Inc.

Problem: 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.

Risk: If the wiring harness contacts the heat strip, the sheathing may melt, increasing the risk of fire.

Fix: 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.

Recall 19V-084: Latches/Locks/Linkages

Reported Feb 8, 2019 · 85 vehicles affected · Forest River, Inc.

Problem: 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.

Risk: If the exterior bunk bed door opens unexpectedly while the trailer is being towed, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Recall 19V-069: Service Brakes, Electric

Reported Feb 1, 2019 · 2,454 vehicles affected · Forest River, Inc.

Problem: 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.

Risk: The trailer's inability to apply the brakes in the event of a separation can increase the risk of crash.

Fix: 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.

Recall 18V-678: Suspension

Reported Sep 27, 2018 · 1,785 vehicles affected · Forest River, Inc.

Problem: 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.

Risk: Premature brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Recall 18V-475: Suspension

Reported Jul 18, 2018 · 164 vehicles affected · Forest River, Inc.

Problem: 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.

Risk: If a wheel locks up, there would be an increased the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

2019 Forest River Flagstaff problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Structure3
Tires3
Unknown or Other2
Equipment2

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 3
  • Tires › Tread/Belt — 1
  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer › Lpg Systems — 1
  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer › Lpg Systems › Lines and Fittings — 1

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 2019 Forest River Flagstaff complaints

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

Unknown or Other · reported Jun 2, 2025
I setup my camper and turn the hot water heater on using the propane setting. I left the camper and came back and could smell something hot/burning inside the camper. I looked at the rubber propane line connected to the hot water heater was on fire. I opened the cover to the hot water heater and blew the flame out. Propane was leaking from the rubber line that was cracked. I turned the gas off to prevent additional fire. The gas line appeared to by dry rotted. The camper would have burned if I didnt catch the line on fire. The line was replaced, but should have been a better line. I made the…
Tires · reported May 26, 2023
The Castle Rock spare tire failed while on the rim mounted to spare tire holder. Tire was covered 24/7. Size st 205/75r14 Failure was in belts on tread. Large bubble on inside of tire under treads with outside of tire deformed. Pictures available Tire was never used. Air pressure checked with other tires before usage.
Tires · reported Oct 27, 2021
The contact owns a 2019 Forest River Flagstaff Micro Lite equipped with Lionshead Tires, Tire Line: Castle Rock, Tire Size: 205/75/R14, DOT number: UJTYMT418. The contact stated that while driving 40-55 MPH, the driver's side rear tire went flat. The tire pressure monitoring system was beeping. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the tread was separating. The tire was replaced however while driving at an undisclosed speed the TPMS was beeping and the driver heard an abnormal sound. The contact pulled over and noticed that the passenger’s side…
Structure · at 1,000 miles · reported Jun 8, 2020
. The stabilizing jacks are definitely just for stabilizing. We thought they would take the load of the rv. 4 jacks to support 1 rv. The warning on the jacks is located on the topside of the jack, so a clueless, new rv owner would not see them until the jacks are down. Also the documentation does not say the jacks are not load bearing. My only experience with a screw jack is from my car and changing a tire. Long story short, we bent 2 of the 4 jacks b/c we thought they could take the rv load to level the rv on un-even ground. Luckily no one was hurt and no other damage.
Structure · reported May 28, 2019
The contact owns a 2019 forest river flagstaff e-pro. The contact stated that bike rack pins were corroded. The contact stated that the bike rack was unusable and she was concerned that the rack would detach from the trailer. The trailer was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and requested the contact to send pictures of the failure. The contact stated that the manufacturer offered no resolution of the failure after several months of communication. The VIN was unknown. There was no mileage.

Other Forest River Flagstaff years

Compare all Forest River Flagstaff years · All Forest River models

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Forest River Flagstaff have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2019 Forest River Flagstaff: 19V-570 (trailer hitches), 19V-317 (electrical system), 19V-084 (latches/locks/linkages), 19V-069 (service brakes, electric), 18V-678 (suspension) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2019 Forest River Flagstaff?

Owners report structure problems most often (3 reports), followed by tires (3). 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.