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2021 Forest River Flagstaff

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
5
Latest Aug 13, 2024
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
2
Latest Apr 13, 2022
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
0
Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
2
1 injuries, 0 deaths reported

Overview

Our database contains 5 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2021 Forest River Flagstaff, most frequently naming the body & structure, brakes and electrical categories. 2 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 7 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

  • Body & structure220.0%
  • Brakes220.0%
  • Electrical220.0%
  • Suspension220.0%
  • Other / unspecified110.0%
  • Powertrain (other)110.0%

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

2 campaigns cover this model year

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
22V243000

EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:LINES AND FITTINGS

Apr 13, 2022
99,190 units potentially affected
The defect: 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.
The risk: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The remedy: 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.
Forest River, Inc.Manufacturer number 51-1501View on NHTSA.gov
21V236000

STRUCTURE

Apr 5, 2021
211 units potentially affected
The defect: 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.
The risk: The underrated pin-box may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy: 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.
Forest River, Inc.Manufacturer number 10C-1319View on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

Suspension
Filed Aug 13, 2024

The contact owns a 2021 Forest River Flagstaff RV. The contact stated that the front driver’s 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.

NHTSA ID
11608303
Incident
Jul 6, 2022
Mileage
6,000 mi
Body & structureOther / unspecified
Filed Jul 28, 2022

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.

NHTSA ID
11476291
Incident
Jul 10, 2022
Mileage
69,000 mi
Body & structureBrakesElectrical
Filed Jul 7, 2021
Fire reported

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.

NHTSA ID
11423833
Incident
May 22, 2021
Powertrain (other)Suspension
Filed Apr 2, 2021

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 TO RESOLVE THIS VEHICLE MATTER. THANK YOU *DT

NHTSA ID
11406078
Incident
Mar 31, 2021
Mileage
500 mi
BrakesElectrical
Filed Feb 23, 2021
Crash reported1 injury reported

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 STILL OCCURRED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 70,000.*DT*JB*DT

NHTSA ID
11397513
Incident
Feb 17, 2021
Mileage
70,000 mi

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

101526

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

The Wi-Fi Ranger Teton Wi-Fi Booster Hood/Cover may develop cracks.

101498

STRUCTURE

This document is intended to aid customers and dealers in locating TV backers in the exterior side walls of the vehicle and interior walls of the vehicle in order to successfully mount a TV.

10C1399

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Document indicating the general location of the Lippert Components - One Control box in the vehicle.

511377

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

As per Lippert Components Technical Service Bulletin 11-004-21. The slide room actuator was assembled incorrectly, which may cause the room to become stuck in the out position and prevent from fully retracting.

10C1387

EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE

Helpful document to remove and replace a flush floor slideroom box/floor.

831334

WHEELS

It was discovered that the manufacturing plant did not cut a stress relief line in the upper deck Driver Side and in on certain models, Passenger Side under the slide room(s). The upper deck in the Impression Fifth-Wheel needs to flex, without the "stress relief cut" the sidewall filon may crack under the slide room(s).

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Forest River Flagstaff by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2026120—
2024200—
2023010—
2022140—
2021Viewing520—
20201120—
2019760—
2018550—
2017470—
2016120—
2015400—
2014221—
2013621—
2012611—
2008210—
2007220—
2006010—
2005520—
2004210—
2003020—
2002110—
2001010—
2000010—
1999010—
1998110—
1997010—

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.