CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Forest River Puma has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (1 report).
2016 Forest River Puma recalls
Loose battery wiring can cause a short and fire
The overcurrent protection for the trailer's low-voltage battery may have been routed incorrectly, so wires can be pulled out of the junction box.
Trailer Tires May Rub Floor and Wheel Well, Risking Blowout
On certain Forest River Puma recreational trailers and toy haulers built from June 2007 through March 2016, the tires can contact the floor or wheel well when the trailer hits a bump.
Tires may rub floor or wheel well, risking blowout
On certain Puma recreational trailers, the tires can contact the floor or wheel well when the trailer hits a bump, which may damage a tire.
Most common 2016 Forest River Puma problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FOREST RIVER PUMA CAMPER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V179000 (SUSPENSION, TIRES); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE WHEREBY THE "TIRE BOUNCED UP AND STRUCK THE AXLE". THE DEALER CONTINUED TO INFORM THE CONTACT THAT THE PART WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
THE CAMPERS ELECTRICAL WIRING IN THE BREAKER BOX HAS BURNT DUE TO FAULTY WIRING AND NOT TIGHTENING THE NEUTRAL WIRES. THESE FROM WHAT I CAN TELL HAPPENED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY SET FOR CAMPING USE. ALSO THE RADIO HAS YET TO OPERATE CORRECTLY THE OUTDOOR SPEAKERS CAN NOT BE SEPARATED FROM THE INSIDE AND THE VOLUME FLUCTUATES UP AND DOWN, THE DEALER HAS FIXED THE CRACKLING SPEAKER.
2016 Forest River Puma questions
Does the 2016 Forest River Puma have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2016 Forest River Puma: Loose battery wiring can cause a short and fire; Trailer Tires May Rub Floor and Wheel Well, Risking Blowout; Tires may rub floor or wheel well, risking blowout. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Forest River Puma?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (1), Suspension (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Forest River Puma has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.