Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2026 Flagstaff and Rockwood recreational trailers. The breakaway switch was wired to the incorrect side of the battery disconnect switch, making the breakaway switch inoperative.
Electrical system
Forest River Flagstaff Electrical problems by year
6 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Forest River Flagstaff's electrical system. Dead batteries, warning lights, wiring, alternators, infotainment and electronic module failures.
Electrical complaints by model year
Electrical recalls
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Rockwood and Flagstaff recreational trailers. The wiring for the front bedroom air conditioning may have been improperly installed and may come in contact with the heat strip in the air conditioner.
Latest Flagstaff electrical complaints
The contact owns a 2024 Forest River Flagstaff. The contact stated that upon returning to the trailer, heavy white smoke filled the entire trailer. The contact cut the power to the RV and discovered that there was an internal fire within the control board. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the control board manufacturer for assistance. The contact called the manufacturer of the control board and agreed to have the control board replaced under warranty. The repair was performed...
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by an RV mechanic. Recently, while in the bathroom of the RV, the contact smelled an electrical burning odor and immediately checked the control board and saw flames. The contact's wife immediately cut off the electricity to the RV and extinguished the flames with a dry hand towel. The RV was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 1,000.
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.
Tl* the contact owned a 2021 forest river flagstaff microlight. The contact stated while driving at 40 mph, the brakes failed to engage causing the vehicle to crash into another vehicle. The contact sustained a sore neck, hip, and back that did not require medical attention. A police report was filed. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated before the crash. The vehicle was towed to brad wreckers service and then taken to a & l rv sales (4503 bristol hwy, johnson city, tn 37601) where a failure was not...
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diagnosed. The contact insisted that there was an electrical issue and an issue with the brakes so they installed bluetooth brake controllers to help with brakes, but the failure still occurred. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.*Dt*jb*dt
Purchased new forest river flagstaff 2008 model on june 20, 2008. I was not told of a recall on the winch and did not know of it until 12/01/2011. The recall was 11/2007. On the first night of my first trip june 24, 2008 I had to have assist from the campground host to raise my camper - the electric lift would not work. Almost everytime I have used the camper since then, I have had problems with the lift. I informed the dealer (tom johnson's rv, marion, nc) of the problem with the lift (winch) in 2009, when I...
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took the camper back for service following another problem (see complaint odi # 10438096). They did not tell me then that the winch had been recalled. On june 13, 2011 @ 1:30am while camping at cades cove in the great smokies this camper started setting itself down with me and three of my grandchildren sleeping inside. We were awakened by the noise and were able to escape through the emergency exit only because we had the emergency braces in place. It was very traumatic to us all. I spent 2 days attempting to resolve the problem. I spoke to a representative at forest river several times asking for repair references. That representative never told me that the winch on this camper may have been recalled. Finally on day 3, 2 repairmen came from knoxville and lowered the camper so I could take it home. The cost over $500.00 + Lodging and food for 3 days. I was not aware of the (probable) recall of the winch on this camper at anytime by the manufacturer or the dealer. I did not become aware of the recall until 12/01/2011. *Tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 forest river flagstaff sunseeker. The contact complained about tires and brake system failures. While driving between 40-50 mph, she felt a vibration which originated from the driveshaft. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who then sent it to the company, who determined that the failure was the crank shaft sensor. The dealer refused to perform the repair because the sensor was altered by the manufacturer. The vehicle was not included in any recalls. The failure first...
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occurred five days after the vehicle was purchased. The current mileage is 25,820 , and failure mileage was 25,000. *Ak the consumer stated the dealer will not cover under warranty due to the fact frame has been altered. The consumer provided multiple pictures of the defects. The dealer stated that the cruise control light will not display on dash. The dealer also stated that the high beams lights and light switch are not working properly. The dealer stated rear right side trim is too short and fresh water fill leaks. The consumer is stating would like dealer to perform the repairs under warranty. Updated 07/06/07 *tr
Dt: 2005 forest river flag staff 831bhss. The wiring caught on fire, causing the electrical brakes to lock. The trailer and the vehicle 2004 gmc, yukon flipped over. The brake wires were exposed because there was no protective covering on them. Consumer was driving at 60 mph when this occurred. There were no other vehicles damaged. There was a report to the police and witness to this incident. Insurance agency said that it was due to faulty wiring. *Ak the elecrical wiring for the brake system rubbed on the metal crossbar, cut through the wiring and shorting out the braking system which then locked up. As a result the trailer swayed out of control. *Nm
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data