Forest River Puma recalls and problems
19 recalls and 36 owner complaints for 21 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
19
Complaints
36
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
2
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Forest River Puma by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Puma | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 Puma | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 Puma | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Puma | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 Puma | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 Puma | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 Puma | 2 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 2019 Puma | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 Puma | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 Puma | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 Puma | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 Puma | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 Puma | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 Puma | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 Puma | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 Puma | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 Puma | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 Puma | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 Puma | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 Puma | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 Puma | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Forest River Puma problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 10 | |
| Tires | 10 | |
| Electrical System | 6 | |
| Equipment | 6 | |
| Wheels | 5 | |
| Suspension | 4 | |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | |
| Engine | 1 |
All Forest River Puma recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-704 | Oct 22, 2026 | 2026 | Electrical System | Forest River, Inc. |
| 25V-245 | Apr 14, 2025 | 2025 | Structure | Forest River, Inc. |
| 25V-111 | Feb 21, 2025 | 2025 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 24V-619 | Aug 16, 2024 | 2024–2025 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 24V-531 | Jul 12, 2024 | 2024 | Trailer Hitches | Forest River, Inc. |
| 24V-395 | Jun 4, 2024 | 2006–2024 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 24V-387 | Jun 3, 2024 | 2024 | Exterior Lighting | Forest River, Inc. |
| 22V-556 | Jul 29, 2022 | 2022 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 22V-184 | Mar 25, 2022 | 2022 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc (Forest River) is recalling certain 2022 Palomino Puma and Puma XLE fifth wheel and travel trailer recreational vehicles. |
| 21V-784 | Oct 8, 2021 | 2021–2022 | Equipment, Structure | Forest River, Inc. |
| 20V-799 | Dec 18, 2020 | 2021 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 20V-075 | Feb 12, 2020 | 2020 | Equipment, Tires | Forest River, Inc. |
| 17V-699 | Nov 6, 2017 | 2018 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 17V-635 | Oct 9, 2017 | 2018 | Wheels | Forest River, Inc. |
| 17V-169 | Mar 14, 2017 | 2017 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 16V-866 | Dec 2, 2016 | 2017 | Equipment | Forest River, Inc. |
| 16V-179 | Mar 30, 2016 | 2008–2016 | Tires, Suspension | Forest River, Inc. |
| 16V-175 | Mar 29, 2016 | 2013–2016 | Tires, Suspension | Forest River, Inc. |
| 13V-203 | May 17, 2013 | 2013–2014 | Equipment | Forest River is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Forest River models Blue Ridge, Cardinal, Cherokee, Columbus, EVO, Georgetown, Flagstaff, Forester, Lexington, Puma, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandpiper, Sandstorm… |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Forest River Puma?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2020 Forest River Puma has the most reports (6). Check the 2020 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Forest River Puma have?
NHTSA lists 19 safety recalls covering Forest River Puma model years 2006–2026.
What are the most common Forest River Puma problems?
Owners report structure, tires, electrical system problems most often.