Recall 22V643 covers 6 2023 Forest River Flagstaff and Rockwood fifth wheels with incorrect axle-rating placards. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 6 2023 Flagstaff and Rockwood fifth wheels because the federal placard lists a 5,200 lb axle rating instead of the correct 5,000 lb rating. The wrong rating can lead to overloading, loss of vehicle control, and a higher crash risk; Forest River dealers will replace the placard free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Federal Placard on a 2023 Forest River Flagstaff or Rockwood fifth wheel is the label that gives key weight information for the trailer. It tells an owner, dealer, or service shop the axle rating to use when loading, inspecting, or servicing the unit. On these trailers, that label lists the axle rating as 5,200 lbs instead of the correct 5,000 lbs.
The axle itself is not described as the wrong part in this recall. The defect is the printed placard. Forest River traced the issue to confusion between engineering and the manufacturing plant over which axle rating would be used on the new models, so the wrong value reached the Federal Placard.
There is no warning sign before failure because the problem is information on the label, not a part that makes noise, leaks, or changes how the trailer feels. The practical sign is the placard itself: if it shows 5,200 lbs for this recall group, it needs the corrected axle rating.
Who's affected?
Covers the Flagstaff and Rockwood trailer lines under the same federal placard labeling issue.
| 2023 Forest River Flagstaff | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2023 Forest River Rockwood | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| Units affected | 6 |
| 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?
An incorrect axle rating can lead an owner to overload the vehicle. Overloading can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign tied to the wrong placard, so confirm your VIN and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023 Forest River Flagstaff or Rockwood is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free Federal Placard replacement that corrects the axle rating label.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V643 when you call.
- Use the correct 5,000 lb axle rating when loading the trailer until the replacement placard is installed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician replaces the Federal Placards with placards that show the correct axle rating for the 2023 Flagstaff or Rockwood fifth wheel. The replacement and labor are free under recall 22V643. If you already paid for a repair within the scope of this defect, Forest River offers a refund review. Keep the service invoice and send it to the Flagstaff and Rockwood warranty manager at Forest River for reimbursement review. The dealer still needs to inspect or perform the recall so the correct parts and procedure are confirmed.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 26, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 26, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 5, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| October 5, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 5, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| October 5, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V643?
Recall 22V643 covers 6 2023 Forest River Flagstaff and Rockwood fifth wheels with Federal Placards that list a 5,200 lb axle rating instead of the correct 5,000 lb rating. Forest River dealers will replace the incorrect placard for free.
What should I do if my 2023 Forest River Flagstaff or Rockwood is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific fifth wheel is included in recall 22V643. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer or Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-8943 to schedule the free Federal Placard replacement. Reference Forest River recall number 10-1549 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair recall defects at no cost. Forest River dealers will replace the Federal Placard free of charge at a franchised Forest River dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is overloading from the wrong axle rating. If an owner follows the incorrect 5,200 lb rating, the fifth wheel can be loaded beyond the correct 5,000 lb axle rating, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing crash risk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V643000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-642-8943 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V643 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V643000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →