Recall 19V069 affects 2,454 2019 Forest River Rockwood and Flagstaff trailers for miswired break-away brake switches. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 2,454 2019 Rockwood and Flagstaff recreational trailers because the break-away safety switch has incorrect wiring. If the trailer separates from the tow vehicle, the trailer brakes will not apply, which increases crash risk; Forest River dealers will correct the wiring free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The break-away safety switch on a 2019 Forest River Rockwood or Flagstaff recreational trailer is part of the electric brake system. It is designed to apply the trailer brakes if the trailer separates from the tow vehicle, so the trailer does not continue rolling freely after the hitch connection is lost.
On recalled trailers, the break-away switch was wired incorrectly because the production wiring process was not followed consistently. The switch needs steady battery power to do its job. With the wrong wiring path, the switch does not keep the power it needs when the trailer breaks away, so the trailer brakes will not apply after separation.
There is no warning sign before failure. The trailer brakes work in ordinary towing, but the break-away safety switch fails only when the trailer disconnects from the tow vehicle and the emergency brake function is needed.
Who's affected?
Covers the Rockwood and Flagstaff trailer lines in the same model year, both tied to the electric brake system.
| 2019 Forest River Rockwood | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2019 Forest River Flagstaff | brake system |
| Units affected | 2,454 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching 2019 Forest River Rockwood or Flagstaff trailer does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the trailer separates from the tow vehicle, the brake system can lose the power it needs to apply the trailer brakes. That leaves the separated trailer harder to control and increases crash risk. There is no warning sign before this failure. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Forest River Rockwood or Flagstaff is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free wiring-harness repair that keeps power supplied to the trailer brakes if the trailer separates from the tow vehicle.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one, or reference recall number 19V069 when you call.
- Confirm the break-away switch and trailer brakes are repaired before towing the trailer again.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician installs a new wiring harness so the break-away safety switch keeps power to the trailer brake system. That lets the trailer brakes apply if the trailer separates from the tow vehicle. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. If you already paid for this wiring or brake system repair, use Forest River's standard reimbursement plan. Bring dated repair paperwork and receipts to the service desk, or contact Forest River customer service to ask how to submit documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 1, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 25, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 25, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| March 25, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| March 29, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V069?
Recall 19V069 covers 2,454 2019 Forest River Rockwood and Flagstaff recreational trailers with an improperly wired break-away safety switch. If the trailer separates from the tow vehicle, the trailer brakes will not apply. That raises crash risk. Forest River dealers install a new wiring harness for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Forest River Rockwood or Flagstaff is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 19V069. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule installation of the new wiring harness. Reference recall number 19V069 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair the defect at no cost. Forest River dealers install the new wiring harness free of charge, and the recall repair has been available since February 25, 2019.
Is it safe to tow my 2019 Forest River Rockwood or Flagstaff before this repair?
The risk is tied to a trailer separation. If the trailer disconnects from the tow vehicle, the improperly wired break-away safety switch means the trailer brakes will not apply. Confirm your VIN, then schedule the free wiring-harness repair before further towing.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V069000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-642-2640 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V069 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V069000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →