Incorrect tire and rim information/fmvss 110
Defect Summary
Forest river, inc. (forest river) is recalling certain 2017 puma recreational trailers, models pt23fbc and pt25rsc. the federal placard has incorrect tire and rim size information, indicating st205/75r15c tires with a 50 psi and rim size of 14x5, when the correct information is st205/75r14c tires with a 50 psi, and rim size of 14x5.5jj. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Safety Consequence
The incorrect tire information can cause the operator to install the wrong size of replacement tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Forest river will notify owners, and dealers will provide a corrected federal placard, free of charge. the recall began on march 30, 2017. owners may contact forest river customer service at 1-574-642-0588. forest river's number for this recall is 420-03072017-0338.
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FAQ: Recall 17V169000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V169000?
NHTSA recall 17V169000 was issued by Forest River, Inc. on March 14, 2017. It addresses: Incorrect tire and rim information/fmvss 110. The recall affects approximately 44 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Forest River, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V169000 or the manufacturer campaign number 420-03072017-0338. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.