- The problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Rockwood and Flagstaff recreational trailers. The bunk bed door latch fasteners that secure the bunk bed door closed may fail, allowing the door to open while moving.
- The risk
- If the exterior bunk bed door opens unexpectedly while the trailer is being towed, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will install the correct fasteners for the bunk bed door latches, free of charge. The recall began February 25, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-8943. Forest River's number for this recall is 10D-0950.
Vehicle safety record
2018 Forest River Flagstaff Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2018 Forest River Flagstaff with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (5) and the suspension (1). Those complaints describe 1 fire. It is covered by 5 recalls, the latest in February 2019 for the latches / locks / linkages. For comparison, the 2017 has 4 and the 2019 has 7.
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FFar more problems than a typical Flagstaff year, for its age
#227 most complained-about 2018 vehicle
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2018 Forest River Flagstaff problems
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2018 Forest River Flagstaff recalls 5
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, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Forest River Rockwood and Flagstaff trailers. The inner wheel bearings may seize, which can cause the trailer wheels to lock-up.
- The risk
- If a wheel locks up, there would be an increased the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inner wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began on August 13, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-4053. Forest River's number for this recall is 10-0786.
- The problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Rockwood and Flagstaff, and Coachmen Freedom Express recreational trailers and 2017-2018 Palomino and XLR ToyHauler and Coachmen Viking recreational trailers equipped with a Smart-Jack model power tongue jack. The laminated plastic touch pad on the jack may crack or separate allowing water to enter, potentially causing the jack to operate unintentionally.
- The risk
- If the tongue jack retracts or extends unexpectedly, there could be an increased risk of a crash or injury.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners, and a Forest River or a Lippert dealer will replace the power tongue jack, free of charge. The recall began on February 20, 2018. Rockwood and Flagstaff Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-5164; XLR ToyHauler owners can call 1-574-642-0432; Viking owners can call 1-269-467-4600; Freedom Express owners can call 1-574-825-8205; Palomino owners can call 1-269-432-3246. Lippert Customer service can be reached at 1-574-538-4514 or by email at [email protected]. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-0610.
- The problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Rockwood and Flagstaff travel trailers. The slide room arm may contact and damage the passenger side rear tire.
- The risk
- The damaged tire may leak air, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a lift kit to elevate the chassis and replace any tire that has evidence of damage, free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-5164. Forest River's number 10-0588.
- The problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Rockwood and Flagstaff recreational trailers equipped with Dexter Axles. The spindle nut on the axles may not have been torqued to the proper specifications.
- The risk
- The overtightened nut may cause the hub bearings to fail and the tire and rim to separate from the axle resulting in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Forest River will notify owners, and Dexter axle dealers will inspect and replace any suspect bearings, hubs, and spindle nuts, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-5164 or Dexter Axle at 1-574-295-7888. Forest River's number for this recall is 10C-0496.
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5 complaints about the 2018 Forest River Flagstaff
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
I noticed bulging of the spare tire cover mounted to the back of the travel trailer. When I removed the cover I saw that a chunk of the thread was missing and large gaps were in the thread next to it. It was a brand new tire that was never on the ground. The tire was inflated to the proper air pressure. The tire is a Castle Rock trailer tire size ST205/75 R14. ST 226.
ST 205 75/R14 June 17, 2022 Towing the trailer at 45 mph, the Right tire on the trailer began to wobble then exploded. Lug nuts were confirmed to be tight after the explosion. The trailer and tires were inspected at a PA State Inspection station the week prior. Tire is being replaced. No warning lamps are associated with the travel trailer tires.
On 27-apr-2018 I purchased a new flagstaff 832okbs. The tires on this travel trailer were castle rock (lions head tires) st22575r15 load range e 10 ply tires. On the first day of a recent trip, about 28 miles from home, the right rear tire on the travel trailer exploded. I pulled off the road to assess the problem and could not believe the condition of the tire and the damage to the fender area of the trailer. I inspected the other tires and did not see any other damage so I installed my spare to resume our trip...
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we got back on the road and I decided to stop at the next rest area (24 miles from the first blowout) to check everything out and re-torque the lug nuts on the wheel I changed. As I was pulling into a parking spot the left front trailer tire blew. These tires all had 2017 date stamps and had approximately 4235 miles. I checked all the tire pressures before we left and they were properly inflated to 80 psi. I had recently weighted the trailer loaded at a pilot truck stop and it weighted 9080lbs, which is within the safety rating of the tires. After my tire failure I did some research online and found numerous accounts of the castle rock st22575r15 failing catastrophically. I filed a claim with lions head and they agreed to reimburse me for all five tires but would not cover the damage to my trailer. Vehicle damage is not covered under there warranty. I believe these tires pose a significant risk to life and property and should be recalled and replaced.
The tires bearings seized and axles caught fire as per nef-150mr 18v-475sent to mike becker dir corp compliance forest river 2324 century dr goshen in 46528 on august 8 2018
Castle rock st 205/75/r15 tire blew out while driving on the interstate. Travel trailer had very little damage (weather gasket pulled out of screw), which leads to think the tire came apart very quickly.
Forest River Flagstaff: every year compared
All Flagstaff years2018 Forest River Flagstaff vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Forest River Flagstaff | 5 | 5 | F | |
| 2018 Forest River Cherokee | 14 | 8 | F | Compare |
| 2018 Forest River Georgetown | 4 | 5 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Forest River Cedar Creek | 4 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 2018 Forest River Freedom Express | 3 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2018 Forest River Arctic Wolf | 3 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Forest River FR3 | 3 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 2018 Forest River Columbus | 2 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2018 Forest River Berkshire | 1 | 11 | F | Compare |
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Questions about the 2018 Forest River Flagstaff
Does the 2018 Forest River Flagstaff have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2018 Forest River Flagstaff: latches / locks / linkages (February 2019); wheel bearing (July 2018); integrated jack / leveler / stabilizer (January 2018); recreational vehicle / trailer (October 2017) and more. 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 2018 Forest River Flagstaff?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (5), suspension (1), transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 2018 Forest River Flagstaff had?
5 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on August 26, 2018 and the latest on April 25, 2024. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2018 Forest River Flagstaff a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 15 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than 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 2018 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