NHTSA Recall 21V784000: Storage tank (equipment) and structure
Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 44 vehicles. It affects 2021–2022 Forest River Puma.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V784000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 420-1425 |
| Components | EQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER › PLUMBING › SEWAGE/BLACK › STORAGE TANK; STRUCTURE |
| Report received | October 8, 2021 |
| Owner notification | October 22, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Puma travel trailers. The black wastewater-holding tank may be missing the ventilation pipe, allowing methane gas to build up.
Safety risk
In the presence of an ignition source, a gas build up increases the risk of fire.
Remedy
Dealers will properly vent the black wastewater-holding tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 22, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-642-0606. Forest River's number for this recall is 420-1425.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V784000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.