Recall 20V799 covers 15 2021 Forest River Puma trailers with an outdoor cooktop propane-stow hazard. Repair is free at a franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 15 2021 Puma travel trailers because the outdoor cooktop can be stowed while the propane hose is still attached and the burner is on. That setup increases the risk of a fire, and Forest River dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The outdoor cooktop on the 2021 Forest River Puma travel trailer slides into an exterior stowage box when it is not in use. A propane hose supplies fuel to the burner during cooking, and the hose is supposed to be disconnected before the cooktop is pushed back into storage.
On affected Puma trailers, the cooktop did not have the safety stop that forces that disconnect step. That means the cooktop drawer can be stowed while the propane hose is still attached and the burner is still on. The hose then blocks the exterior door from closing fully, but the door can still latch on one side.
The warning sign is visible at the exterior cooktop door. If the propane line is still connected, the door will not close completely on one side, which means the cooktop has not been safely stowed.
Who's affected?
| 2021 Forest River Puma | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 15 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2021 Forest River Puma trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the outside cooktop is stowed with the propane hose attached and the burner on, the open flame increases the risk of a fire. Before travel or storage, turn the burner off, disconnect the propane hose, and check that the exterior door closes fully on both sides. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 Forest River Puma is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free bracket installation that keeps the outside-cooktop drawer from closing while the propane hose is attached.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 20V799 when you call.
- Turn the burner off and disconnect the propane hose before closing the outside-cooktop drawer until the bracket repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician installs a bracket on the drawer housing the outside cooktop. The bracket keeps the drawer from being closed while the propane line is still attached, which addresses the stowage problem described in recall 20V799. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Forest River's general reimbursement plan handles eligible out-of-pocket repair expenses with documentation. Bring related repair paperwork to the service desk.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 18, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 15, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 27, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| January 27, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 27, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V799?
Recall 20V799 covers 15 2021 Forest River Puma travel trailers with an outdoor cooktop drawer that can close while the propane hose remains attached and the burner is on. That condition increases fire risk. Forest River dealers install a bracket for free to keep the drawer from closing in that state.
What should I do if my 2021 Forest River Puma is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 20V799. If it is, contact a Forest River dealer to schedule the bracket installation for the outdoor cooktop drawer. Reference recall number 20V799 or Forest River recall number 425-1269 when you call.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform recall repairs at no cost. Forest River dealers will install the outdoor-cooktop drawer bracket free of charge, including the parts and labor tied to recall 20V799.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. If the outdoor cooktop is stowed while the propane hose is still attached and the burner is on, the condition increases fire risk. Keep the burner off and disconnect the propane line before closing the cooktop drawer.
What if I bought my Forest River Puma used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2021 Forest River Puma is included, then contact a Forest River dealer and reference recall 20V799 when scheduling the repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V799000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-574-642-0606 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V799 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V799000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →