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 readings of up to 350ppm of CO (no gas odorant noted). Gas heater is shut off as unit is emptied of personnel, and ventilated (upper bath vent fan, and external fan in door), for 20 minutes. This is NOT a gas leak as soapy water on joints do NOT bubble on all exposed joints and no odorant smell in or around unit. The Water heater sits about a foot aft of the one slide out. Seals are in good shape on the slide out. Inspection of the Water heater body and trim cover, shows a few gaps that could very well allow exhaust gases into the interior. Note that DIRECTION of Wind is important here. Any winds from the Front or passenger side DOES NOT cause the CO Detector to sound. Winds from 90 deg on Driver side to 180 (back) causes CO Detector to sound. Levels seen on Detector are 5 to 7 times the OSHA 8hr weighted maximum exposure of 50ppm. Feel this is a design defect as the slide out may be causing a blocking of exhaust (lack of draft) out of the front cover, and the exhaust is getting blown internally. Trip lasted from 3-22-24 to 04-25-24. Electric side of Wtr Htr was used exlcusively after noting problem. No injuries occured.
The worst 2023 Forest River Rockwood problems
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- Fuel system1
- Tires1
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- Fuel system1
- Tires1
Recalls 2
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 22V643000 · Recall details
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
- What is wrong
- 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.
Recall number 22V558000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2023 Forest River Rockwood 5
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This is a product service bulletin from Global Link concerning counterfeit keys for entry doors being sold...
- According to a Furrion TSB "TB-220919": Irregular cooling performance has been reported on the identified...
- The roof sealant on may show signs of cracking.
- Certain vehiclesâ battery black (ground) and red (hot) wires may not reach into the battery box as intended.
- The current monitor panel installed in certain vehicles may not have the second grey water tank display.
What 2023 Forest River Rockwood owners say
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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 Tire size ST205/7515d
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Questions about the 2023 Forest River Rockwood
Is the 2023 Forest River Rockwood reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2023 Forest River Rockwood, fewer than a typical Rockwood model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2023 Forest River Rockwood?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 1 complaint. Next is tires (1).
How many recalls does the 2023 Forest River Rockwood have?
2 recalls, covering equipment.
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