2023 Forest River Rockwood Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 29, 2024 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Rockwood years
Not enough data 13th of 28 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Forest River Rockwood. That ranks 13th out of 28 Rockwood model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is equipment (1 complaints, 50%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2023 Forest River Rockwood problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Equipment1
Fuel/propulsion System1
Tires1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Equipment150%———
Fuel/propulsion System150%———
Tires150%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2023, with 1 complaints
2023: 1202312024: 120241

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2023 Forest River Rockwood recalls (2)

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Equipment:other:labelsAug 26, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V643000 · 6 vehicles

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2023 Rockwood and Flagstaff fifth wheels. The Federal Placard states an axle rating of 5,200 lbs, when the correct axle rating is 5,000 lbs.

Risk: An incorrect axle rating can result in the vehicle being overloaded, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the Federal Placards, free of charge. Dealers were notified August 26, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-8943. Forest River's number for this recall is 10-1549.

Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer; suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assemblyAug 1, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V558000 · 244 vehicles

Problem: Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022 Flagstaff and 2022-2023 Rockwood tent campers. The axle may be installed backwards, which can reduce brake function.

Risk: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and properly install the axle if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2022. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-642-8943. Forest River's number for this recall is 10-1539.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Model 2507S Trailer, Suburban 6gal Gas/Elec Water Heater. Has been out 4 times since new last summer. Last trip lasted 5 weeks. When setting up at camp, open up trlr and operate Water heater on Gas, with any kind of winds from Drivers side rear quadrant, The CO - Propane detector goes off, and…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Apr 29, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11585739

First trip with trailer, 200 mile trip, stopped for gas and tire sidewall blowout sounding like a gunshot. Trailer not overloaded, cool day 60 degrees. So glad it did not happen while on the freeway as the tire blow out and lost all air would have been hard to control trailer. Goodyear Endurance…

Tires · received Jun 2, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11525035

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Forest River Rockwood?

Owners most often report equipment, fuel/propulsion system, tires problems. The top one, equipment, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2023 Forest River Rockwood?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2023 Forest River Rockwood a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Rockwood model years, the 2023 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.