FOREST RIVER PUMA (2018) recall — Equipment
Forest River is recalling 2018 Puma trailers with incorrect tire placards that could cause premature tire failure and crashes. Owners must get a corrected placard installed free by dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
The incorrect tire information can cause the operator to over-inflate the tires, which can cause premature tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
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What happened, in plain English
Forest River is recalling certain 2018 Puma recreational trailers because the Federal Placards show incorrect tire pressure and load range information. This could cause the operator to over-inflate tires, leading to premature tire failure and an increased crash risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224882-forest-river-2018-puma-recreational-trailers-incorrect-tire-info-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224882-forest-river-2018-puma-recreational-trailers-incorrect-tire-info-risk · Updated October 8, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #17V699000
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“Forest River 2018 Puma Recreational Trailers: Incorrect Tire Info Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224882-forest-river-2018-puma-recreational-trailers-incorrect-tire-info-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #17V699000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V699000).
Why it’s dangerous
The placards incorrectly state tire pressure (50 PSI) for ST205/75R15/D tires, but the actual tires installed are ST205/75R15/C requiring 65 PSI. This mismatch can cause the operator to over-inflate tires, leading to premature failure and a higher crash risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2018 Forest River Puma recreational trailers are affected. Operators of these trailers are most at risk due to potential tire over-inflation.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for a Federal Placard on the trailer indicating tire size ST205/75R15/D with 50 PSI. The recall applies to 2018 Puma recreational trailers sold between December 4, 2017, and the current date.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Forest River Customer Service
Call 1-574-642-0588 to get a corrected Federal Placard installed free by a dealer.
Get Corrected Placard Installed
Dealers will install a corrected Federal Placard at no cost to fix the incorrect tire information.
What NHTSA says to do
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-642-0588. Forest River's number for this recall is 425-0560.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The Federal Placards show incorrect tire pressure and load range information, which can cause the operator to over-inflate tires, leading to premature failure and increased crash risk.
How do I know if my trailer is affected?
Check for a Federal Placard on the trailer indicating tire size ST205/75R15/D with 50 PSI. The recall applies to 2018 Puma recreational trailers sold between December 4, 2017, and the current date.
What should I do if I have the affected trailer?
Contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-642-0588 to get a corrected Federal Placard installed free by a dealer.
Contact Forest River
We’ve drafted a message you can send Forest River to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 17V699000 — Forest River Forest River Hello, I own a Forest River that is covered by recall 17V699000 from Forest River. The official recall notice states: Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-642-0588. Forest River's number for this recall is 425-0560. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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- Official source: NHTSA Recall #17V699000 (June 11, 2017)
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