Forest River Rockwood problems by model year

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

NHTSA has 64 owner complaints and 29 recalls on file for the Forest River Rockwood (2005–2026). The 2018 Rockwood has the most serious complaints, most often about body & structure.

Complaints: 64
Recalls: 29
Model years: 17
Worst year: 2018

Complaints by model year

NHTSA complaints per Forest River Rockwood 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.

Worst Forest River Rockwood years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

2018 Forest River Rockwood — 10 complaints, 1 crash; top problem: Body & Structure

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2013 (0 complaints).

Every Forest River Rockwood model year

Year	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Injuries	Recalls	Top problem
2026 Rockwood	1	0	0	0	2	—
2024 Rockwood	2	0	0	1	0	Wheels & Tires
2023 Rockwood	2	0	0	0	2	Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2022 Rockwood	12	1	2	0	4	Wheels & Tires
2021 Rockwood	6	0	1	1	3	Body & Structure
2020 Rockwood	13	1	1	0	1	Wheels & Tires
2019 Rockwood	7	1	0	2	5	Wheels & Tires
2018 Rockwood	10	1	0	0	6	Body & Structure
2017 Rockwood	4	0	0	0	7	Wheels & Tires
2016 Rockwood	1	0	0	0	1	Wheels & Tires
2015 Rockwood	2	0	0	0	0	Body & Structure
2014 Rockwood	2	0	0	0	2	Suspension
2013 Rockwood	0	0	0	0	2	—
2012 Rockwood	0	0	0	0	1	—
2007 Rockwood	1	0	0	0	1	Body & Structure
2006 Rockwood	1	0	0	0	0	Body & Structure
2005 Rockwood	0	0	0	0	1	—

Most common Forest River Rockwood problem areas (all years)

Wheels & Tires
27 complaints
Body & Structure
19 complaints
Suspension
7 complaints
Electrical System
6 complaints
Brakes
3 complaints
Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2 complaints
Engine
1 complaints
Transmission & Drivetrain
1 complaints

Complaint trend

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

Forest River Rockwood 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 2022–2023
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 20V376000Jun 26, 202074 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021
Risk: The incorrect Federal Placard may result in the operator unknowingly overloading the vehicle, causing loss of control, and 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 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 18V527000Aug 13, 20182,582 vehiclesModel years 2018
Risk: If the awning deploys while moving, there would be an increased 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 17V445000Jul 14, 201712 vehiclesModel years 2017
Risk: The incorrect Check Digit will hinder the registration of the vehicle, which can lead to improper licensing and the failure to properly account for the vehicle in the event of a safety recall.
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.

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