2018 Forest River Flagstaff Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 2,500miles, 3 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 5campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2018 Forest River Flagstaff (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2018 Forest River Flagstaff. The part named most often is tires, with 3 complaints (60% of the total), followed by wheels (3) and suspension (1). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 2,500 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns and 3 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Tires3 60%
- Wheels3 60%
- Suspension1 20%
Example complaints
Tires: “On 27-apr-2018 I purchased a new Flagstaff 832okbs. The tires on this travel trailer were castle rock (lions head tires) st22575r15 load range e 10 ply tires. On the first day of a recent trip, about 28 miles from home, the right rear tire on the travel trailer exploded. I pulled off the road to assess the problem and could not believe the condition of the tire and the damage to the fender area of the trailer. …”
NHTSA complaint #11286292, filed 2019-12, 5,000 milesWheels: “Castle rock st 205/75/r15 tire blew out while driving on the interstate. Travel trailer had very little damage (weather gasket pulled out of screw), which leads to think the tire came apart very quickly.”
NHTSA complaint #11122382, filed 2018-08, 2,500 milesMileage when problems were reported
100% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 50 and 5,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 19V084000Feb 8, 2019Latches/locks/linkagesCovers: Forest River Flagstaff 2018–2019, Rockwood 2018–2019
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.
- 18V475000Jul 18, 2018Suspension › Front › Wheel bearingCovers: Forest River Flagstaff 2018–2019, Rockwood 2018–2019
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.
- 18V051000Jan 12, 2018Equipment › Mechanical › Integrated jack/leveler/stabilizerCovers: Forest River Flagstaff 2018, XLR 2017–2018, Coachmen Viking 2017–2018 +3 more
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Rockwood and Flagstaff, and Coachmen Freedom Express recreational trailers and 2017-2018 Palomino and XLR ToyHauler and Coachmen Viking recreational trailers equipped with a Smart-Jack model power…
- 17V677000Oct 26, 2017Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailerCovers: Forest River Flagstaff 2017–2018, Rockwood 2017–2018
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Rockwood and Flagstaff travel trailers. The slide room arm may contact and damage the passenger side rear tire.
- 17V517000Aug 23, 2017Suspension › Rear › Axle › SpindleCovers: Forest River Flagstaff 2018, Rockwood 2018
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2018 Rockwood and Flagstaff recreational trailers equipped with Dexter Axles. The spindle nut on the axles may not have been torqued to the proper specifications.
Recall details for the 2018 Forest River Flagstaff → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 3 on record; the latest 3 are shown.
- 10199316Jul 19, 2021Body and structure, Equipment. Helpful document to remove and replace a flush floor slideroom box/floor.
- 10164622Sep 3, 2019Equipment. The under-mount sinks may not have the appropriate amount of retaining clips to keep the sink from falling out of place.
- 10145692Sep 28, 2018Equipment. Per the service bulletin from Dometic ?Dometic Corporation has identified a visual cosmetic defect that has occurred on our Dometic DM2652 refrigerators up in the freezer compartment. This does NOT…
Other model years of the Forest River Flagstaff
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5 | 37,500 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2020 | 11 | 5,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2019 | 7 | 1,000 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2018 | 5 | 2,500 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 6 | 1,900 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2012 | 6 | 3,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2005 | 5 | 13,400 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Forest River Flagstaff model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2018 Forest River Flagstaff have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2018 Forest River Flagstaff as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2018 Forest River Flagstaff is reported most often?
Tires is named most often, in 3 complaints (60% of the total), followed by wheels with 3.
Has the 2018 Forest River Flagstaff been recalled?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2018 Forest River Flagstaff reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 2,500 miles and the middle half falls between 50 and 5,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.