- The problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2014 Rockwood and Flagstaff recreational vehicles manufactured June 26, 2014, to October 9, 2014, and equipped with the Chill Chaser option. In the affected vehicles, excessive foam insulation and/or loose wiring may touch the Chill Chaser heating element.
- The risk
- If the foam insulation or loose wiring contacts the heating element, there is an increased risk of fire.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the foam insulation and wiring, making any necessary repair, free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2015. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2640. Forest River's number for this recall is SB111014.
Vehicle safety record
2014 Forest River Flagstaff Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2014 Forest River Flagstaff with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (2) and the suspension (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in February 2015 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2013 has 6 and the 2015 has 4.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Flagstaff year, for its age
#339 most complained-about 2014 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2014 Forest River Flagstaff problems
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2014 Forest River Flagstaff recalls 2
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
- The problem
- Forest River is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Forest River models Blue Ridge, Cardinal, Cherokee, Columbus, EVO, Georgetown, Flagstaff, Forester, Lexington, Puma, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandpiper, Sandstorm, Sierra, Stealth, Sunseeker, Wildcat, Wildwood, Work and Play and XLR; Coachmen models Brookstone, Catalina, Chaparral, Concord, Encounter, Freedom Express, Freelander, Leprechaun, Mirada, Pursuit, and Sportcoach; Prime Time models Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Saniber, and Tracer; Palomino model Maverick Truck Camper; Cargo Mate model Eliminator and Shasta models Revere, Phoenix recreational vehicles manufactured from February 13, 2013, through April 18, 2013. Due to a design change in the power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.
- The risk
- If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with motors of a different design. The safety recall began on July 29, 2013. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-389-4600 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.
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2 complaints about the 2014 Forest River Flagstaff
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
I just noticed that my fifth wheel trailer came with c load rated tires. Rated at 2150# at 50 psi for a total of 8600#. My trailer dry weight is 8273 # and cargo max of 1241 # (this data is on official plaque on side of trailer) for 9514 # or 914# over the tire max rating. I will be replacing these before my next trip.
Tl- the contact owns a 2014 forest river flagstaff. The contact stated that while the vehicle being towed by another vehicle, the vehicle was not steady and swayed. The contact also mentioned that the tire clearance was being exposed to the axles, which may cause the axles to fracture. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 13v554000 (suspension, tires). The approximate failure mileage was...
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unknown. Djr updated 09/02/14*lj the consumer stated the tire clearance was 1 3/8 inc from the top of the tire to the bottom of the trailer. The tire left rub marks. Updated 09/15/2014 *js
Forest River Flagstaff: every year compared
All Flagstaff years2014 Forest River Flagstaff vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Forest River Flagstaff | 2 | 2 | C | |
| 2014 Forest River Crusader | 7 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2014 Forest River Cherokee | 5 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2014 Forest River Forester | 3 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2014 Forest River FR3 | 2 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 2014 Forest River Berkshire | 2 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2014 Forest River Avenger | 1 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2014 Forest River Blue Ridge | 1 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2014 Forest River Cardinal | 1 | 4 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2014 Forest River Flagstaff
Does the 2014 Forest River Flagstaff have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 Forest River Flagstaff: equipment (February 2015); equipment (May 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 2014 Forest River Flagstaff?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (2), suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 2014 Forest River Flagstaff had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 7, 2014 and the latest on April 21, 2016. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2014 Forest River Flagstaff a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 49 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 2014 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