Forest River Flagstaff problems by model year

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 28 owner complaints and 29 recalls on file for the Forest River Flagstaff (2005–2026).

Complaints: 28
Recalls: 29
Model years: 15
Worst year: —

Complaints by model year

NHTSA complaints per Forest River Flagstaff model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Forest River Flagstaff model year

Year	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Injuries	Recalls	Top problem
2026 Flagstaff	1	0	0	0	2	—
2024 Flagstaff	2	0	1	1	0	Electrical System
2023 Flagstaff	0	0	0	0	1	—
2022 Flagstaff	1	0	0	0	4	—
2021 Flagstaff	5	1	1	1	2	Body & Structure
2020 Flagstaff	11	0	0	1	2	Wheels & Tires
2019 Flagstaff	6	0	1	0	6	Wheels & Tires
2018 Flagstaff	2	0	0	0	5	Wheels & Tires
2017 Flagstaff	0	0	0	0	7	—
2016 Flagstaff	0	0	0	0	2	—
2014 Flagstaff	0	0	0	0	2	—
2013 Flagstaff	0	0	0	0	2	—
2012 Flagstaff	0	0	0	0	1	—
2007 Flagstaff	0	0	0	0	1	—
2005 Flagstaff	0	0	0	0	1	—

Most common Forest River Flagstaff problem areas (all years)

Wheels & Tires
10 complaints
Body & Structure
5 complaints
Brakes
3 complaints
Electrical System
3 complaints
Transmission & Drivetrain
3 complaints
Suspension
2 complaints

Complaint trend

Complaints about the Forest River Flagstaff received by NHTSA each month.

Forest River Flagstaff recalls

Recall 25V681000Oct 10, 20258 vehiclesModel years 2026
Risk: Sewer gas that enters the vehicle increases the risk of injury.
Recall 25V538000Aug 22, 20257 vehiclesModel years 2026
Risk: An inoperative breakaway switch increases the risk of a crash.
Recall 22V643000Aug 26, 20226 vehiclesModel years 2023
Risk: An incorrect axle rating can result in the vehicle being overloaded, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 22V558000Aug 1, 2022244 vehiclesModel years 2022
Risk: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Recall 22V556000Jul 29, 202249,295 vehiclesModel years 2022
Risk: An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.
Recall 22V486000Jul 8, 202219,911 vehiclesModel years 2022
Risk: An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.
Recall 22V243000Apr 13, 202299,190 vehiclesModel years 2021–2022
Risk: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Recall 21V236000Apr 5, 2021211 vehiclesModel years 2021
Risk: The underrated pin-box may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 20V221000Apr 17, 202083 vehiclesModel years 2016
Risk: If the front tire becomes damaged, it may fail and cause a loss control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 19V827000Nov 19, 20199 vehiclesModel years 2020
Risk: Tire failure can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 19V570000Aug 2, 20191,809 vehiclesModel years 2019–2020
Risk: The incorrect bolts may allow the rotating pin box to rotate in two places, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 19V317000Apr 19, 201910 vehiclesModel years 2019
Risk: If the wiring harness contacts the heat strip, the sheathing may melt, increasing the risk of fire.
Recall 19V084000Feb 8, 201985 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019
Risk: If the exterior bunk bed door opens unexpectedly while the trailer is being towed, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Recall 19V069000Feb 1, 20192,454 vehiclesModel years 2019
Risk: The trailer's inability to apply the brakes in the event of a separation can increase the risk of crash.
Recall 18V678000Sep 27, 20181,785 vehiclesModel years 2019
Risk: Premature brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
Recall 18V475000Jul 18, 2018164 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019
Risk: If a wheel locks up, there would be an increased the risk of a crash.
Recall 18V051000Jan 12, 20181,349 vehiclesModel years 2018
Risk: If the tongue jack retracts or extends unexpectedly, there could be an increased risk of a crash or injury.
Recall 17V677000Oct 26, 201777 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018
Risk: The damaged tire may leak air, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 17V517000Aug 23, 201769 vehiclesModel years 2018
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.
Recall 17V235000Apr 7, 20177 vehiclesModel years 2017
Risk: Inaccurate GAWR information on the Federal placard can increase the risk of a crash.
Recall 17V172000Mar 14, 201735 vehiclesModel years 2017
Risk: The incorrect information can cause the vehicle to be overloaded or result in axle failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 17V129000Mar 1, 201757 vehiclesModel years 2017
Risk: Tire deflation can increase the risk of a crash.
Recall 16V728000Oct 12, 20165 vehiclesModel years 2017
Risk: If the wires are not tied back and properly secured away from the heating element, the wires may contact the heating element, melt and short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recall 16V549000Jul 22, 20164 vehiclesModel years 2017
Risk: If the tires are run at a low pressure, they may overheat and fail, possibly causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 16V450000Jun 21, 2016175 vehiclesModel years 2016–2017
Risk: If the indicator sight glass cracks, propane gas may leak out. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occure.

Other Forest River models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology