1998 Forest River Flagstaff
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 0 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 0 |
| 2001 | 0 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 0 |
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 0 |
| 2007 | 2 |
| 2008 | 2 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2015 | 4 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 4 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2026 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: equipment.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 FOREST RIVER FLAGSTAFF RV. THE VEHICLE WAS EQUIPPED WITH A DOMETIC REFRIGERATOR, MODEL NUMBER RM2652, SERIAL NUMBER 81000187. THE CONTACT OBSERVED THE REFRIGERATOR WAS NOT COOLING PROPERLY WITH A YELLOW RESIDUE LEAKAGE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100517
1 of 1 total report mentions: equipment.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 FOREST RIVER FLAGSTAFF RV. THE VEHICLE WAS EQUIPPED WITH A DOMETIC REFRIGERATOR, MODEL NUMBER RM2652, SERIAL NUMBER 81000187. THE CONTACT OBSERVED THE REFRIGERATOR WAS NOT COOLING PROPERLY WITH A YELLOW RESIDUE LEAKAGE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100517
SAFETY TIMELINE
CERTAIN RECREATIONAL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR, MANUFACTURED BY THE DOMETIC CORPORATION, MAY HAVE A DEFECT IN THE BOILER TUBE. PRESSURIZED COOLANT SOLUTION COULD BE RELEASED INTO
Remedy: FOREST RIVER WILL BE WORKING WITH DOMETIC IN ORDER TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 06E076). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURN HOUSING, A THERMAL FUSE, A
Campaign 07V085000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1998 Forest River Flagstaff — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for equipment issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for equipment issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 07V085000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1998 Forest River Flagstaff reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Forest River Flagstaff?
The most-reported component is equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 Forest River Flagstaff have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.