2019 Forest River Rockwood
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Tires is the leading concern among 8 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 6th highest complaint count among 10 Rockwood model years with reports.
Of the 2019 reports, 1 involved a crash. 2 people were injured.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
Electrical system, wiringApr 19, 2019
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.
If the wiring harness contacts the heat strip, the sheathing may melt, increasing the risk of fire.
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will secure the air conditioner wiring harness away from the heat strip, free of charge. The recall began on May 6, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-8943. Forest River's number for this recall is 10C-1001.
Campaign 19V317000 on NHTSA.gov
Latches/locks/linkagesFeb 8, 2019
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.
If the exterior bunk bed door opens unexpectedly while the trailer is being towed, it can increase the risk of a crash.
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.
Campaign 19V084000 on NHTSA.gov
Service brakes, electricFeb 1, 2019
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Flagstaff and Rockwood recreational trailers. The break-away safety switch may be improperly wired, and as a result, the trailer brakes will not apply in the event that the trailer disconnects from the tow vehicle.
The trailer's inability to apply the brakes in the event of a separation can increase the risk of crash.
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new wiring harness to maintain the supply of power to the brake system, free of charge. The recall began February 25, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2640. Forest River's number for this recall is 10B-0943.
Campaign 19V069000 on NHTSA.gov
Suspension, rear, axle, non-powered axle assemblySep 27, 2018
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Forest River Flagstaff and Rockwood recreational trailers. The brake mounting flanges on the torsion axles may be incorrectly oriented, which can result in premature brake failure.
Premature brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will replace the axles or hubs, free of charge. The recall began on October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2640 or Dexter customer service at 1-574-295-7888.
Campaign 18V678000 on NHTSA.gov
Suspension, front, wheel bearingJul 18, 2018
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.
If a wheel locks up, there would be an increased the risk of a crash.
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.
Campaign 18V475000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints: structure
1 report, newest first. Show all
Structure, Oct 24, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 FOREST RIVER ROCKWOOD TRAVEL TRAILER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WATER HOLDING TANK BOLTS BECAME DETACHED AND THE FRAME WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DRIFTWOOD RV CENTER (1975 U.S. P, CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, NH 08210, 609-624-1221) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME NEEDED TO BE RECONSTRUCTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED THAT THEY WERE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. *TT VIN IS INVALID. UPDATED 12/18/18*JB