Recall 19V827 affects 9 2020 Forest River Flagstaff trailers for improper tire clearance. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 9 2020 Flagstaff recreational trailers because improper tire clearance allows a tire to contact the steel chassis outrigger and fail. Tire failure can cause loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk, and Forest River dealers will correct the clearance issue free of charge.
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What's wrong?
On the 2020 Forest River Flagstaff trailers in this recall, the tire needs open space above and around it as the suspension moves. A steel chassis outrigger is a frame support that extends from the main chassis to carry part of the trailer structure. It is supposed to sit outside the tire's travel path, so the tire can move without rubbing metal.
During a manufacturing change that relocated the axles, Forest River did not move an outrigger that sat directly over the tire. That left improper tire clearance. When the suspension compresses, the tire can contact the steel outrigger; repeated contact can damage the tire and lead to tire failure. The dealer remedy changes the outrigger position and modifies the installed support to create the needed clearance.
There is no warning sign before failure. Because the contact happens at the tire and frame while the trailer is moving, an owner should not rely on noise, vibration, or a visible mark as an early cue.
Who's affected?
The same Flagstaff trailers are tied to tire and body or structural components, so the component label alone does not decide inclusion.
| 2020 Forest River Flagstaff | tire |
|---|---|
| 2020 Forest River Flagstaff | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 9 |
| 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.
What's the safety risk?
Tire failure can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so treat confirmed VIN inclusion as a reason to schedule the repair soon and limit use until the dealer checks tire clearance. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020 Forest River Flagstaff is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free outrigger installation that restores proper tire clearance and covers replacement of damaged tires.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V827 when you call.
- Avoid towing the trailer until the repair if the tire is rubbing the steel chassis outrigger or shows damage.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician installs a new outrigger kit and modifies the installed outrigger so the tire has proper clearance from the steel chassis outrigger. The technician also checks for tire damage from contact with the outrigger and replaces damaged tires. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered at an authorized Forest River dealer.
Timeline
| November 19, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 10, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 27, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| December 27, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 27, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V827?
Recall 19V827 covers 9 2020 Forest River Flagstaff recreational trailers with improper tire clearance. The tire can contact the steel chassis outrigger, causing tire failure and loss of vehicle control. Forest River dealers install a new outrigger and replace damaged tires for free.
What should I do if my 2020 Forest River Flagstaff is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 19V827. If it is, call a franchised Forest River dealer or Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-8954 to schedule the outrigger repair. Reference Forest River recall 10C-1116 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 19V827, Forest River dealers will install a new outrigger to restore proper tire clearance and replace damaged tires free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is tire failure while the trailer is in use. If the tire contacts the steel chassis outrigger, the tire can fail and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing crash risk under recall 19V827.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V827000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-642-8954 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V827 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V827000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (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 24, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →