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Forest River Rockwood Recall 22V558: Rear Axle May Be Installed Backwards, Reducing Braking

NHTSA campaign 22V558, reported August 1, 2022, 244 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2022 Forest River Flagstaff and 2022-2023 Rockwood tent campers may have a rear non-powered axle assembly installed backwards. This can reduce the trailer's brake function.

A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take this seriously and have their camper checked as soon as possible.

Authorized dealers will inspect the axle and properly install it if necessary, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2022. You can contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-642-8943 (recall number 10-1539) and check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 22V558Forest River, Inc.
Component
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER; SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
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.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Forest River Flagstaff2022
Forest River Rockwood20222023