Recall 17V677 affects 77 2017-2018 Forest River Rockwood and Flagstaff travel trailers for a slide-room-arm defect. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 77 2017-2018 Rockwood and Flagstaff travel trailers because the slide room arm can contact and damage the passenger side rear tire. A damaged tire can leak air, leading to loss of vehicle control and increased crash risk; Forest River dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The slide room arm on a 2017-2018 Forest River Rockwood or Flagstaff travel trailer is part of the slide out system. It supports and moves the room section that extends from the trailer body when the trailer is parked. That arm needs enough clearance from the passenger side rear tire during travel and suspension movement.
On the affected trailers, the slide room mounting brackets were installed too close to the passenger side tires. Under certain operating conditions, the tire can contact the slide room arm or bracket. That contact can cut, scrape, or otherwise damage the tire while the trailer is being towed. Forest River's repair adds a lift kit between the axle and chassis so the slide room arm sits farther from the tire.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner does not get a dashboard light or other built in alert on the trailer before the tire is damaged.
Who's affected?
Covers Rockwood and Flagstaff trailers from the 2017 and 2018 model years, all tied to the same recreational vehicle/trailer equipment component.
| 2018 Forest River Rockwood | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
|---|---|
| 2017 Forest River Flagstaff | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2017 Forest River Rockwood | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2018 Forest River Flagstaff | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| Units affected | 77 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
A damaged tire can leak air, which can lead to loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before air loss, so check tire condition before travel and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017-2018 Forest River Rockwood or Flagstaff travel trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free repair.
- Schedule the lift-kit repair that keeps the slide room arm from contacting the passenger-side rear tire, and have the dealer replace any damaged tire.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V677 when you call.
- Avoid towing the trailer if the passenger-side rear tire shows damage or loses air; ask the dealer how to move the trailer safely.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician installs a lift kit to raise the chassis so the slide room arm has proper clearance at the passenger side rear tire. The technician also inspects that tire and replaces it if there is evidence of damage from contact with the slide room arm. The recall repair is free, including covered parts and labor.
Timeline
| October 26, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 30, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 22, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| December 22, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 22, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V677?
Recall 17V677 covers 77 2017-2018 Forest River Rockwood and Flagstaff travel trailers with a slide-room arm that can contact and damage the passenger-side rear tire. Forest River dealers will install a lift kit and replace any tire with evidence of damage for free.
What should I do if my 2017-2018 Forest River Rockwood or Flagstaff is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific travel trailer is included in recall 17V677. If it is, contact a Forest River dealer to schedule the lift-kit installation and tire inspection. Reference recall 17V677 and Forest River number 10-0588 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. For recall 17V677, Forest River dealers will install the lift kit and replace any tire that shows damage from the slide-room arm free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is tire damage that leads to air loss, loss of vehicle control, and increased crash risk. The recall repair raises the chassis with a lift kit and replaces any tire that shows related damage, so schedule the dealer repair before towing long distances.
What if I bought my Forest River Rockwood or Flagstaff used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific travel trailer is included, then call a Forest River dealer and reference recall 17V677 when scheduling the repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V677000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-642-5164 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V677 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V677000 |
Source documents
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- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
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