Model year record

2021 Forest River Flagstaff recalls & problems

The 2021 Forest River Flagstaff has 2 safety recalls and 5 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is service brakes (2 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls

Complaints5filed by owners

Crashes · fires1 · 1reported in complaints

Injuries · deaths1 · 0reported in complaints

Safety recalls

EquipmentApr 13, 2022

Recreational vehicle/trailer › Lpg systems › Lines and fittings

Recall 22V24300099,190 vehicles

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Coachmen Adrenaline, Apex, Catalina, Freedom Express, Spirit, East to West Alta, Della Terra, Silver Lake, Forest River Cedar Creek, Cherokee, Columbus, Flagstaff, Impression, Ozark, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandstorm, Shockwave, Stealth, Stealth Evo, Vengeance, Vibe, Wildwood, XLR Toyhauler, Palomino Puma, Prime Time Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Sanibel, Shasta Oasis, 2022 Coachmen Cross Trail, Prism, Forest River Aurora, Rainier, Wildcat, Work and Play, Prime Time Tracer, 2021-2023 Coachmen Leprechaun, and 2022-2023 Coachmen Freelander fifth wheel and travel trailer recreational vehicles. The quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system may be cracked, causing a gas leak.
Risk: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the quick disconnect and perform a LP system check, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2022. Owners may contact the applicable customer service number for their vehicle model. Please see the recall report for the list of phone numbers.

StructureApr 5, 2021

Structure

Recall 21V236000211 vehicles

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Forest River Rockwood and Flagstaff fifth wheels recreational vehicles. The pin box may be under-rated for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the vehicle.
Risk: The underrated pin-box may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary replace the pin box, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-8943. Forest River's number for this recall is 10C-1319.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

What owners report

Problem area	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Injuries	Typical mileage*
Service brakes	2	1	1	1	—
Electrical system	2	1	1	1	—
Suspension	2	0	0	0	—
StructureBody	2	0	1	0	—
EquipmentRecreational vehicle/trailer › Lpg systems › Tank valve/gauge; Recreational vehicle/trailer	2	0	0	0	—
Power train	1	0	0	0	—
Unknown or other	1	0	0	0	—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Suspension
The contact owns a 2021 Forest River Flagstaff RV. The contact stated that the front driverâs side tire was significantly worn and damaged after driving approximately 200-500 miles. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that a bearing retainer nut had detached and caused the tire damage. The dealer made an unknown adjustment; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was being diagnosed. The RV was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 6,000.
Jul 6, 2022 · 6,000 miles
Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailer › Lpg systems › Tank valve/gauge
The contact owns a 2021 Forest River Flagstaff Lite Weight Trailer towed by a 2015 GMC 2500. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH and towing the trailer, two full 7.5 propane tanks detached from the trailer and both were being dragged behind the RV. The contact was notified by another driver that the tanks were being dragged behind the RV. The contact pulled over safely and placed both propane tanks into the trailer. The contact stated that the backing plates on the tanks were missing. Additionally, the tanks were not installed correctly. The contact diagnosed the failure and repaired the trailer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 69,000.
Jul 10, 2022 · 69,000 miles
Structure › BodyFire
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.
May 22, 2021
Power train
I TOOK POSSESSION OF MY BRAND NEW E-PRO COACH ON MARCH 12, 2021 AND ON MARCH 31,2021 THE AXLE DETACHED FROM THE FRAME AND CAUSE EXTENSIVE DAMAGE. LUCKILY I WAS TRAVEL AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MILES PER HOUR. I COULD HAVE BEEN SEVERELY INJURED AS WELL AS ANY PASSENGERS, OTHER TRAVELERS, BYSTANDERS ETC. IF THIS OCCURRED AT A HIGHER RATE OF SPEED OR IN ANY OTHER AREA. THE BOLTS THAT SHOULD OF ATTACHED THE COACH TO THE FRAME WHERE KNOW WHERE TO BE FOUND IN THE MILE AND A HALF I WALKED SEARCHING FOR THEM ON THE ROADWAY WHICH WAS RECENTLY TRAVELED. I PURCHASED THE COACH FROM WESTERN SKIES RV IN RENO, NV. I'VE BEEN IN CONTACT WITH THEM ABOUT THIS MATTER. PLEASE ADVISE ME ON THE NEXT STEPS I SHOULD TAKE…
Mar 31, 2021 · 500 miles
Service brakesCrash1 injury
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 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…
Feb 17, 2021 · 70,000 miles

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.