- The 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.
- The 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.
- The 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.
Vehicle safety record
2012 Forest River Flagstaff Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2012 Forest River Flagstaff with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (4) and the body, doors & structure (2). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in November 2013 for the non-powered axle assembly. For comparison, the 2013 has 6.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Flagstaff year, for its age
#231 most complained-about 2012 vehicle
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2012 Forest River Flagstaff problems
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2012 Forest River Flagstaff recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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6 complaints about the 2012 Forest River Flagstaff
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The frame has developed a crack (6-8 inches long) between the front axle and the door of the trailer. This has led to the failure of the slide out and to the floor near the crack. After finding the crack I am concerned about the towability of this unit. This was discovered after a fairly long trip, however the slideout failure and floor damage was obviuos durint the last days of the trip.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 forest river flagstaff rv equipped with american pacific gladiator (na) tires, size: 225/75/r15 (na). While driving approximately 55 mph, the front passenger side tire blew out. In addition, the contact observed that the rear driver side tire blew out. The tires were replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate vehicle failure mileage was 10,000 and the tire failure mileage was 6,000.
Two tires blew out approximately 100 miles apart. First tire damaged wiring and body of 5th wheel. Tires were class c. Sams and goodyear stated these tires were under rated for the weight of this vehicle. All four tires were replaced with e rated trailer tires. *Tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 forest river flagstaff rv, equipped with goodyear marathon tires, size st235/80/r16. While examining the tire the contact noticed that the side wall had exploded. The tire was diagnosed by the dealer who confirmed the failure. The tires were replaced. The failure mileage of the vehicle and the tires were not available. The vin was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 forest river flagstaff. While driving approximately 55 mph the contact noticed the rv began to sway from side to side while attached to another vehicle. The rv was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The dealer suggested the contact inflate the tires to 15 psi maximum recommended inflation. The contact stated that does not remedy the failure but helps reduce the movement. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 500. Updated 12/06/11*lj
We purchased the rv in middlebury, indiana and started home with it on aug 12, 2011. We stopped for the night in illinois. The morning of the 13th we drove approximately 50 miles and the passenger side rear tandom tire blew leaving just part of the sidewall attached to the wheel. After we made it home and checked the load limit of the tires we discovered that they were rated c with a load limit of 2150 lbs. Per the recreational vehicle trailer cargo carrying capacity decal on the trailer, the dry weight of the...
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trailer is 7696 and the cargo weight should not exceed 1388 pounds. We did not have any personal items loaded into the trailer when the tire blew. I think this is a safety issue because the tires are not rated to carry over 9000 pounds. It is getting close to the max empty. *Tr
Forest River Flagstaff: every year compared
All Flagstaff years2012 Forest River Flagstaff vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Forest River Flagstaff | 6 | 1 | C | |
| 2012 Forest River Georgetown | 9 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2012 Forest River Cedar Creek | 4 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Forest River Cherokee | 2 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 2012 Forest River Forester | 1 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 2012 Forest River Blue Ridge | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Forest River Cardinal | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2012 Forest River R-Pod | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
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Questions about the 2012 Forest River Flagstaff
Does the 2012 Forest River Flagstaff have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Forest River Flagstaff: non-powered axle assembly (November 2013). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Forest River Flagstaff?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (4), body, doors & structure (2), steering (1).
How many complaints has the 2012 Forest River Flagstaff had?
6 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 5, 2011 and the latest on August 16, 2016. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2012 Forest River Flagstaff a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 44 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Forest River Flagstaff year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Forest River Flagstaff years have the most complaints?
2020 (11), 2019 (7), 2012 (6). See every Forest River Flagstaff year compared.
What should I do if my 2012 Forest River Flagstaff has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data