FOREST RIVER 2016 FOREST RIVER PUMA Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2016 FOREST RIVER PUMA
Brand
FOREST RIVER
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2016
Forest River, Inc. is recalling certain 2016 FOREST RIVER PUMA vehicles due to suspension issues. A damaged tire could deflate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2008-2016 Puma recreational trailers and toy haulers, models PT20RDC, PT21FBC, PT22RBC, PT26RLC, PT26FBSC, PT21TUC, PT27RBSC, PT25FBC, PT22RB, PTH21TFU, PTH24THS, PTH25TFS, PTH27SBU, PTH27RLSS, PTH25TFQ, and PTH21TFB manufactured from June 25, 2007, through March 23, 2016. When the trailer hits a bump, the tire(s) may contact the floor or wheel well and result in tire damage.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A damaged tire could deflate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a lift kit to add additional clearance to the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on May 11, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0607. Forest River's recall number for this campaign is 420-06092015-0050.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026