FOREST RIVER FLAGSTAFF (2019) recall — Service Brakes, Electric
Forest River recalls 2019 Flagstaff trailers due to brake failure if separated from tow vehicle. Owners must have wiring harness replaced free by dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
The trailer's inability to apply the brakes in the event of a separation can increase the risk of crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Forest River is recalling certain 2019 Flagstaff trailers because the trailer brakes may not apply if it separates from the tow vehicle. This could lead to a crash if the trailer detaches during travel. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1223801-forest-river-2019-flagstaff-trailers-brake-failure-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1223801-forest-river-2019-flagstaff-trailers-brake-failure-risk · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V069000
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“Forest River 2019 Flagstaff Trailers: Brake Failure Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1223801-forest-river-2019-flagstaff-trailers-brake-failure-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #19V069000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V069000).
Why it’s dangerous
If the trailer separates from the tow vehicle, the brakes may not activate due to improper wiring. This can cause the trailer to continue moving uncontrollably, increasing crash risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2019 Forest River Flagstaff trailers are affected. Those who tow these trailers regularly face the highest risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 2019 Flagstaff trailers. The recall began February 25, 2019, and applies to all affected models.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Forest River
Call 1-574-642-2640 to confirm your trailer is affected and schedule a free wiring harness replacement.
Get Wiring Harness Replacement
Dealers will install a new wiring harness to ensure brakes apply if the trailer separates from the tow vehicle.
What NHTSA says to do
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new wiring harness to maintain the supply of power to the brake system, free of charge. The recall began February 25, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2640. Forest River's number for this recall is 10B-0943.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The break-away safety switch may be improperly wired, causing trailer brakes to not apply if the trailer disconnects from the tow vehicle.
How do I know if my trailer is affected?
This recall applies to all 2019 Flagstaff trailers. The recall began February 25, 2019.
What should I do if I have this trailer?
Contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2640 to schedule a free wiring harness replacement at a dealer.
Contact Forest River
We’ve drafted a message you can send Forest River to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V069000 — Forest River Forest River Hello, I own a Forest River that is covered by recall 19V069000 from Forest River. The official recall notice states: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a new wiring harness to maintain the supply of power to the brake system, free of charge. The recall began February 25, 2019. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-2640. Forest River's number for this recall is 10B-0943. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V069000 (January 2, 2019)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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