Recall 15V080 covers 726 2014 Forest River Rockwood and Flagstaff vehicles for Chill Chaser heater contact fire risk. Free repair at franchised Forest River dealers.
Forest River is recalling 726 2014 Rockwood and Flagstaff recreational vehicles equipped with the Chill Chaser option because foam insulation or loose wiring can contact the heating element. If that happens, the RV has an increased fire risk, and Forest River dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Chill Chaser option in the 2014 Forest River Rockwood and Flagstaff trailers uses a heating element near a vent opening to add warm air inside the RV. The element is meant to sit clear of nearby foam insulation and wiring, so heat stays inside the heater path instead of reaching material around the opening.
In recall 15V080, affected trailers had extra foam insulation or loose wiring installed too close to that element. When foam or wiring touches the hot element, the material overheats. The foam can melt, smoke can come from the vent cover, and the contact point can start a fire.
The warning sign is visible at the Chill Chaser vent cover. Owners reported smoke there, and the filing also describes fire coming from that cover as the sign that the heater area is already overheating.
Who's affected?
Rockwood and Flagstaff are listed separately, but both are tied to the same recalled equipment.
| 2014 Forest River Rockwood | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2014 Forest River Flagstaff | Equipment |
| Units affected | 726 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching 2014 Forest River Rockwood or Flagstaff trailer does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Loose wiring or foam insulation that touches the Chill Chaser heating element increases the risk of fire. Smoke or fire at the vent cover is a warning sign to stop using the heater and contact the dealer. Schedule the inspection and repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Forest River Rockwood or Flagstaff is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free Chill Chaser inspection that keeps foam insulation and loose wiring away from the heating element.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V080 when you call.
- Avoid using the Chill Chaser heater until the dealer has inspected the foam insulation and wiring.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2640 with questions about the free repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician inspects the foam insulation and wiring near the Chill Chaser heating element on the affected Rockwood and Flagstaff recreational vehicles. The technician removes or secures any insulation or wiring that is too close to the heating element, then makes related repairs needed to keep those parts away from heat. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor.
Timeline
| November 10, 2014 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| February 10, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
| March 17, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V080?
Recall 15V080 covers 726 2014 Forest River Rockwood and Flagstaff recreational vehicles equipped with the Chill Chaser option. Excess foam insulation or loose wiring can contact the heating element, increasing fire risk. Forest River dealers inspect and repair the affected area for free.
What should I do if my 2014 Forest River Rockwood or Flagstaff is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific RV is included in recall 15V080. If it is, contact a Forest River dealer to schedule the Chill Chaser inspection and repair. Reference recall 15V080 and Forest River recall number SB111014 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Forest River dealers will inspect the foam insulation and wiring and make any necessary repair free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. In affected RVs, excess foam insulation or loose wiring can touch the Chill Chaser heating element and increase fire risk. The dealer repair path is an inspection and any needed repair at no cost.
What if I bought this Forest River RV used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Rockwood or Flagstaff is included, then call a Forest River dealer with recall 15V080.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V080000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-642-2640 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V080 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V080000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →