Recall 25V538 affects 7 2026 Forest River Flagstaff and Rockwood recreational trailers for incorrect breakaway switch wiring. Repair is free at franchised Forest River dealers.
Forest River is recalling 7 2026 Flagstaff and Rockwood recreational trailers because the breakaway switch was wired to the incorrect side of the battery disconnect switch, which makes the switch inoperative. An inoperative breakaway switch increases the risk of a crash, and Forest River dealers will correct the wiring free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The breakaway switch on a 2026 Forest River Flagstaff or Rockwood recreational trailer is a safety switch tied into the trailer brake system. If the trailer separates from the tow vehicle, the switch is supposed to use 12V battery power to apply the trailer brakes. That emergency braking depends on the switch being wired to the powered side of the battery circuit.
On affected trailers, the breakaway switch was connected to the wrong side of the battery disconnect switch. When the battery disconnect is off, the breakaway switch has no power and does not operate. The issue traces to incorrect wiring during assembly, after a new employee wired units with a battery disconnect.
An owner would not see a normal driving symptom from this wiring error. There is no warning sign before failure. The problem shows up only when the breakaway switch needs battery power and cannot activate the trailer brakes.
Who's affected?
Both model lines identify 12V wiring as the part involved, with NHTSA classifying it under electrical-system and recreational-vehicle/trailer components.
| 2026 Forest River Flagstaff | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2026 Forest River Flagstaff | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2026 Forest River Rockwood | electrical system |
| 2026 Forest River Rockwood | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| Units affected | 7 |
| 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 inoperative breakaway switch leaves the trailer without the intended emergency braking function if it separates from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2026 Forest River Flagstaff or Rockwood trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free breakaway-switch rewiring that restores the trailer breakaway braking function.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V538 when you call.
- Call Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-8942 with questions and reference Forest River recall 10-1966.
- Avoid towing the trailer until the breakaway-switch repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician rewires the breakaway switch to the correct side of the battery disconnect switch so the breakaway system remains powered when it is needed. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are free of charge. Forest River says all affected trailers are on dealer lots, so the repair should be handled before delivery. If you already paid for a related breakaway switch repair before the recall notice, ask Forest River customer service or the service desk about the manufacturer's standard reimbursement plan and required documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 22, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 29, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 1, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| October 1, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V538?
Recall 25V538 covers 7 2026 Forest River Flagstaff and Rockwood recreational trailers. The breakaway switch was wired to the wrong side of the battery disconnect switch, which makes the switch inoperative. Forest River dealers will rewire the breakaway switch for free.
What should I do if my 2026 Forest River Flagstaff or Rockwood is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 25V538. If it is, contact a Forest River dealer to schedule the breakaway switch rewiring. Reference Forest River recall number 10-1966 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Forest River dealers will rewire the breakaway switch free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the breakaway switch is inoperative. If the trailer separates from the tow vehicle, the switch is meant to activate the trailer brakes. An inoperative switch increases the risk of a crash.
What if the trailer is still on a dealer lot?
Forest River says all affected trailers are located on dealer lots. If you are buying a 2026 Flagstaff or Rockwood, check the VIN before delivery and ask the dealer to confirm recall 25V538 is complete.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V538000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-642-8942 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V538 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V538000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation 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 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →