2021 Forest River Flagstaff recalls and problems

The 2021 Forest River Flagstaff has 2 safety recalls and 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Forest River dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
5
Crashes / fires
1 / 1
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2021 Forest River Flagstaff vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2021 Forest River Flagstaff recalls

Recall 22V-243: Equipment

Reported Apr 13, 2022 · 99,190 vehicles affected · Forest River, Inc.

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Coachmen Adrenaline, Apex, Catalina, Freedom Express, Spirit, East to West Alta, Della Terra, Silver Lake, Forest River Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Columbus, Flagstaff, Impression, Ozark, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandstorm, Shockwave, Stealth, Stealth Evo, Vengeance, Vibe, Wildwood, XLR Toyhauler, Palomino Puma, Prime Time Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Sanibel, Shasta Oasis, 2022 Coachmen Cross Trail, Prism, Forest River Aurora, Rainier, Wildcat, Work and Play, Prime Time Tracer, 2021-2023 Coachmen Leprechaun, and 2022-2023 Coachmen Freelander fifth wheel and travel trailer recreational vehicles. The quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system may be cracked, causing a gas leak.

Risk: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the quick disconnect and perform a LP system check, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2022. Owners may contact the applicable customer service number for their vehicle model. Please see the recall report for the list of phone numbers.

Recall 21V-236: Structure

Reported Apr 5, 2021 · 211 vehicles affected · Forest River, Inc.

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Forest River Rockwood and Flagstaff fifth wheels recreational vehicles. The pin box may be under-rated for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the vehicle.

Risk: The underrated pin-box may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary replace the pin box, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-8943. Forest River's number for this recall is 10C-1319.

2021 Forest River Flagstaff problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes2
Electrical System2
Suspension2
Structure2
Equipment2
Power Train1
Unknown or Other1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 1
  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer › Lpg Systems › Tank Valve/Gauge — 1
  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 69,000 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 2021 Forest River Flagstaff complaints

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

Suspension · at 6,000 miles · reported Aug 13, 2024
The contact owns a 2021 Forest River Flagstaff RV. The contact stated that the front driver’s side tire was significantly worn and damaged after driving approximately 200-500 miles. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that a bearing retainer nut had detached and caused the tire damage. The dealer made an unknown adjustment; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was being diagnosed. The RV was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 6,000.
Equipment · at 69,000 miles · reported Jul 28, 2022
The contact owns a 2021 Forest River Flagstaff Lite Weight Trailer towed by a 2015 GMC 2500. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH and towing the trailer, two full 7.5 propane tanks detached from the trailer and both were being dragged behind the RV. The contact was notified by another driver that the tanks were being dragged behind the RV. The contact pulled over safely and placed both propane tanks into the trailer. The contact stated that the backing plates on the tanks were missing. Additionally, the tanks were not installed correctly. The contact diagnosed the failure and repaired the…
Structure · reported Jul 7, 2021
On the morning May 22nd, just 45 minutes after we left our home in Portland, our trailer burst into flames on 1-84 off exit 44 near Cascade Locks. It was inexplicable as to why this happened. It was a brand new trailer with less than 2k miles on it and purchased in December 2020. As you can see from the pictures, it was a total loss. We are filing this report to help protect others. We are a part of the forest river group and quality seems to be a concern. Demand for these vehicles have skyrocketed and many feel that QA has been downgraded in order to get these trailers to market.
Power Train · at 500 miles · reported Apr 2, 2021
I took possession of my brand new e-pro coach on march 12, 2021 and on march 31,2021 the axle detached from the frame and cause extensive damage. Luckily I was travel at approximately 5 miles per hour. I could have been severely injured as well as any passengers, other travelers, bystanders etc. If this occurred at a higher rate of speed or in any other area. The bolts that should of attached the coach to the frame where know where to be found in the mile and a half I walked searching for them on the roadway which was recently traveled. I purchased the coach from western skies rv in reno, nv.…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2021 Forest River Flagstaff have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Forest River Flagstaff: 22V-243 (equipment), 21V-236 (structure). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2021 Forest River Flagstaff?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (2 reports), followed by electrical system (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 69,000 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.