2013 FOREST RIVER PUMA Complaints and Recall Information
The 2013 FOREST RIVER PUMA has 0 complaints and 6 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to equipment malfunctions and trailer components as addressed in manufacturer recalls.
There are six recalls for the 2013 PUMA affecting various systems including power awning motors, electrical wiring, tires, and suspension. These recalls address potential safety hazards such as unexpected awning deployment, electrical shorts, and tire damage.
Recalls- Power awning motor. NHTSA recall 13V203000 affects 9,526 vehicles from 2013-2014. Motor assembly screws may shear causing the awning to unfurl unexpectedly, posing risks of injury or crash. Forest River will replace the motors with a redesigned version. Owners are instructed not to drive until repairs are done.
- Electrical wiring. Recall 24V395000 involves 41,353 vehicles from 2004-2024 including the 2013 Puma. Overcurrent protection wiring may be routed incorrectly causing wires to pull loose from the junction box, increasing fire risk. Dealers will reroute wiring at no charge.
- Tire clearance (models T12RBC, T15UDC, T17QBC, T18FBC). NHTSA recall 16V175000 covers 577 vehicles from 2013-2016. Tires may contact the floor or wheel well when hitting bumps, causing tire damage and possible deflation. Dealers will install a lift kit to increase clearance free of charge.
- Suspension (models T12RBC, T15UDC, T17QBC, T18FBC). Recall 16V175000 also covers suspension issues related to tire clearance. The remedy is the same lift kit installation to prevent tire damage and control loss.
- Tire clearance (multiple models including PT20RDC, PT21FBC, PT22RBC, etc.). Recall 16V179000 affects 2,639 vehicles from 2008-2016. Tire contact with floor or wheel well may cause damage and deflation. Dealers will install lift kits at no cost.
- Suspension (multiple models including PT20RDC, PT21FBC, PT22RBC, etc.). Recall 16V179000 also addresses suspension issues contributing to tire damage for 2,639 vehicles. The same lift kit fix applies.
Owners with repeated repairs, unresolved safety defects, or open recall issues may want to explore possible protections under their state lemon laws. Consulting an attorney familiar with consumer protection and lemon law can provide guidance on available rights.
2013 FOREST RIVER PUMA Summary
2013
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
54095
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2013 FOREST RIVER PUMA
41353 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:120/240 VAC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:CHARGER LOW VOLTAGE BATTERY
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2004-2024 Cedar Creek and 2006-2024 Puma fifth wheels trailers. The overcurrent protection from the trailer battery may have been incorrectly routed, allowing the wires to be pulled out of the junction box.
Risk: A loose wire can cause a short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
2013 FOREST RIVER PUMA
2639 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2008-2016 Puma recreational trailers and toy haulers, models PT20RDC, PT21FBC, PT22RBC, PT26RLC, PT26FBSC, PT21TUC, PT27RBSC, PT25FBC, PT22RB, PTH21TFU, PTH24THS, PTH25TFS, PTH27SBU, PTH27RLSS, PTH25TFQ, and PTH21TFB manufactured from June 25, 2007, through March 23, 2016. When the trailer hits a bump, the tire(s) may contact the floor or wheel well and result in tire damage.
Risk: A damaged tire could deflate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 FOREST RIVER PUMA
577 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Puma recreational trailers, models T12RBC, T15UDC, T17QBC, and T18FBC, manufactured from January 1, 2013, through March 1, 2016. When the trailer hits a bump, the tire(s) may contact the floor or wheel well and result in tire damage.
Risk: A damaged tire could deflate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 FOREST RIVER PUMA
9526 vehicles affected
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, Sierra, Stealth, Sunseeker, Wildcat, Wildwood, Work and Play and XLR; Coachmen models Brookstone, Catalina, Chaparral, Concord, Encounter, Freedom Express, Freelander, Leprechaun, Mirada, Pursuit, and Sportcoach; Prime Time models Avenger, Crusader, Lacrosse, Saniber, and Tracer; Palomino model Maverick Truck Camper; Cargo Mate model Eliminator and Shasta models Revere, Phoenix recreational vehicles manufactured from February 13, 2013, through April 18, 2013. Due to a design change in the power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.
Risk: If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.