2012 Forest River Rockwood recalls
Reported Nov 7, 2013 · 721 vehicles affected · Forest River, Inc.
Problem: Forest River is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Rockwood, Windjammer, Vlite and Flagstaff travel trailers manufactured February 3, 2012, through February 4, 2013. When an affected trailer hits a large bump or pot hole, the trailer tire may contact the bottom of the floor.
Risk: As a result, the tire may become damaged and possibly blow out which may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will add a lift kit between the frame and the axle mounting brackets, free of charge. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-825-7178.
2012 Forest River Rockwood problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Wheels | 7 | |
| Suspension | 3 | |
| Service Brakes | 3 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 2,700 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 2012 Forest River Rockwood complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Unknown or Other · at 8,000 miles · reported Aug 23, 2017
Lippert chassis failure - the chassis of our travel trailer buckled while towing it from ca to az. The failure became so catastrophic that the front end of the trailer actually touched the highway surface while in tow. My wife and 2 kids could have easily been killed had I not carefully took us off the highway when I did. Lippert components inc of indiana manufactures the chassis for forrest river, inc. In the case of my trailer, it appears that they used a 1/8 inch thick c-channel tubing in the area that buckled. I have spoken to many rv experts who believe this is not adequate for the size…
Wheels · at 3,600 miles · reported May 31, 2016
While driving on I-75 north of knoxville, tn I experienced a tire failure on the right rear axle which had 1 previous blowout both on the inside/back of the tire ( A total of 3 blowouts on the rear hub and 1 blowout on the front hub of the curb/right side of the 5th wheel. Tele conversations with forest river netted no help or desire to further inquire as to the cause of 4 tire failures on the same side of the 5th wheel which has less than 4k miles. The first 2 blowouts occurred on a trip to st. Augustine while traveling on I-95. In all blowout cases the speed was between 60-65 MPH.
Service Brakes · at 1,000 miles · reported May 26, 2016
In ardmore, oklahoma when we stopped for fuel it was brought to our attention by another motorist that grease was leaking from all four hubs of the two axles on our 5th wheel. After staying in ardmore for two days and not being able to get the repairs we needed we had to drive to a service facility in denton, tx where it was determined the brakes were burned off of all four wheels and this had caused the axles to overheat and forced all the grease out of the hubs and it had burned off all the brake wiring as well. After parts were obtained from dallas, tx the brakes shoes were all replaced…
Wheels · at 1,400 miles · reported May 26, 2016
On a return trip home from incident #1 we blew a tire while driving down the highway in albuquerque, new mexico. The left rear tire blew out on our fifth wheel and we were stranded on very busy interstate 25. A nm department transportation employee stopped and helped change to the spare tire. He directed us to the closest rv repair dealership. They did not deal in tires so they sent us to another service. We then went to a tire dealer for a tire replacement. Photographs were sent to forest river of the blown tire while we were in new mexico. The tire service technician determined the tires had…
Service Brakes · at 2,000 miles · reported May 26, 2016
We were on the highway in northern kentucky when a motorist brought to our attention that he saw the grease cap blow off and there was smoke was coming from the right front wheel of the 5th wheel. Upon inspection the mechanic determined that the hub bearing overheated and lost all the grease in the bearing. Upon further inspection the spindle was damaged beyond repair. Replacement of axle was needed. This axle was not available and would have to be manufactured by the company in indiana that made the original axle. The part had to be shipped from indiana to the repair center in kentucky where…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 Forest River Rockwood have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Forest River Rockwood: 13V-554 (tires, suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 Forest River Rockwood?
Owners report wheels problems most often (7 reports), followed by suspension (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 2,700 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.