CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:PLUMBING:SEWAGE/BLACK
- Problem
- Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Puma PUT39DBT travel trailers. The anti-siphon vent may have been installed backwards which can cause sewer gas to enter the vehicle.
- Risk
- Sewer gas entering the vehicle can increase the risk of injury to occupants.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the anti-siphon vent, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0588. Forest River's number for this recall is 420-1832.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The anti-siphon vent on certain travel trailers may have been installed backwards. If this happens, sewer gas from the black water system can enter the trailer's living area, which can increase the risk of injury to occupants.
If you own an affected trailer, the repair is free. Authorized dealers will replace the anti-siphon vent at no charge. Owners who were notified by mail should have received a letter dated August 23, 2024. You can also contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-642-0588, referencing recall number 420-1832. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls before your next trip.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
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