2020 Forest River Flagstaff recalls and problems

The 2020 Forest River Flagstaff has 2 safety recalls and 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Forest River dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
11
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2020 Forest River Flagstaff vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2020 Forest River Flagstaff recalls

Recall 19V-827: Tires, Structure

Reported Nov 19, 2019 · 9 vehicles affected · Forest River, Inc.

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2020 Rockwood RLF8298KS and Flagstaff FLF8529RLS recreational trailers. Due to improper tire clearance, the tire may contact the steel chassis outrigger, possibly resulting in tire failure.

Risk: Tire failure can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new outrigger to achieve the proper tire clearance, and damaged tires will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began December 10, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-8954. Forest River's number for this recall is 10C-1116.

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.

2020 Forest River Flagstaff problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Tires5
Unknown or Other4
Power Train2
Structure1
Equipment1
Service Brakes1

Most reported parts

  • Tires › Tread/Belt — 3
  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 5,000 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 2020 Forest River Flagstaff complaints

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

Service Brakes · reported Oct 22, 2024
When forced to drive over a canvas tent bag, Due to traffic and road conditions. The tent bag wrapped around the drive shaft, ripped out the brake lines and the emergency brake lines damaged the master cylinder and damage the emergency brake mechanism in the cab of the RV. There should be protection under the vehicle so that does not happen! The loss of both types of brake systems could be catastrophic.
Power Train · reported Apr 22, 2024
3500# axles added to a trailer with a gross weight of 3920#. Tires are severely worn on the inside from an undersized axel. Possible tire blow out if not corrected.
Unknown or Other · reported Apr 14, 2024
The structure supporting the fresh water tank is insufficient to carry the weight when full of water. The 36 inch long support bars sag ~2 inches when the tank is full, and the tank itself sags another 1.5 inches between the bars. There have been numerous accounts of these tanks detaching and falling out while travelling on the highway, posing a risk to other drivers.
Structure · reported Jun 21, 2023
The fabric side wall failed to keep my daughter safe as she slept in the camper. She fell out of the camper onto the hard, cold ground while she was sound asleep. She could have been seriously injured. The Velcro on the fabric was secured to the camper frame.
Tires · reported Jun 9, 2023
Subject Castle Rock Radial ST 205/75/R14 tire was running 10 degrees F. hotter (around 110 F) than the three sibling tires after about 30 minutes of travel. This had been the case for an earlier trip of approximately 275 interstate miles. All of these tires are original equipment and similarly used and maintained. The tire eventually exploded (see uploaded pics). Subsequent inspection shows a bubble had formed between layers of the tread portion of the tire. The failed tire is available for inspection. Tire pressure before traveling in the morning was 65 p.s.i. (this is consistently maintained…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Forest River Flagstaff have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Forest River Flagstaff: 19V-827 (tires, structure), 19V-570 (trailer hitches). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Forest River Flagstaff?

Owners report tires problems most often (5 reports), followed by unknown or other (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 5,000 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.