Recall 16V866 affects 23 2017 Forest River Puma trailers with incorrect tire and rim placards. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 23 2017 Puma trailers under recall 16V866 because the federal placard lists the wrong tire size, rim designation, and inflation pressure. Following that label can leave the installed tires under-inflated, reduce vehicle handling, and raise crash risk; Forest River dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The Federal placard on a 2017 Forest River Puma is the safety label that tells an owner or tire shop which tire size, rim size, and cold tire pressure belong on the trailer. That information matters when tires are replaced or inflated, because the label is supposed to match the equipment installed on the trailer.
On affected Puma trailers, the label lists ST225/75R15/D tires at 65 PSI with 15X6.0JJ rims. The trailer is actually equipped with ST235/80R/16E tires at 80 PSI with 16X6.0JJ rims. Forest River traced the problem to the wrong tire and rim package being selected for the placard, leaving the physical tires and rims different from the printed label.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is not a noise, shake, or dashboard light; it is wrong information on the trailer label, so the mismatch is noticed only when someone checks the placard against the tires and rims.
Who's affected?
| 2017 Forest River Puma | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 23 |
Not every 2017 Forest River Puma trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
An incorrect Federal placard can lead an owner to under-inflate the tires. Under-inflated tires reduce vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash. Check tire pressure against the corrected placard after the dealer installs it, and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Forest River Puma is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free Federal placard replacement that corrects the tire, rim, and inflation information.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V866 when you call.
- Avoid relying on the incorrect Federal placard for tire pressure or rim information before the dealer replaces it.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician removes the incorrect Federal placard and installs a corrected placard with the right tire size, rim designation, and tire pressure information for the trailer. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. If you already paid for the same placard correction before the recall notice, Forest River's general reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Bring your repair paperwork to the service desk or contact Forest River customer service for claim instructions.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 2, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 4, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 19, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| January 19, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 19, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V866?
Recall 16V866 covers 23 2017 Forest River Puma trailers with an incorrect Federal placard for tire size, tire pressure, and rim designation. The wrong label can lead to under-inflated tires, reduced handling, and increased crash risk. Forest River dealers will replace the placard for free.
What should I do if my 2017 Forest River Puma is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V866. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the Federal placard replacement. Reference recall number 16V866 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Forest River dealers will replace the incorrect Federal placard with a correct one free of charge.
Is it safe to tow my 2017 Forest River Puma before the placard is replaced?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive order. Before towing, use the correct tire and rim information from the recall: ST235/80R/16E tires at 80 PSI with 16X6.0JJ rims. The incorrect placard can lead to under-inflation, reduced handling, and increased crash risk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V866000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-642-0606 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V866 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V866000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →