Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2014 Forest River Puma
The 2014 Forest River PUMA has notable suspension concerns, with recalls for potential tire damage due to suspension issues. An electrical recall for the battery's overcurrent protection wiring also warrants attention. Inspect thoroughly for these issues before purchase.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2014 Forest River Puma has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #24V395000 Incorrectly Routed 7-Way Connector Can Cause Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V179000 Tire may Contact the Wheel Well NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V175000 Tire may Contact the Wheel Well NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #13V203000 Unexpected Unfurling of the Awning NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Suspension 1 complaint
Known issues to inspect
Tires may contact wheel well
How to check: Inspect tires and wheel wells for damage or unusual wear patterns.
Battery wiring may be incorrectly routed
How to check: Check battery wiring for proper routing and secure connections.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Initial inspection
What to check: Look for tire and wheel well damage.
Red flag: Visible tire or wheel damage.
- 02
Cold start
What to check: Observe any warning lights on the dashboard.
Red flag: Battery or warning lights lit.
- 03
First minute idling
What to check: Listen for unusual noises from suspension area.
Red flag: Loud knocking or scraping sounds.
- 04
Low speed maneuvering
What to check: Feel for stable handling and smooth ride.
Red flag: Feels unstable or excessively bumpy.
- 05
Parking
What to check: Ensure battery connections remain secure.
Red flag: Loose or disconnected battery wires.
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the suspension been inspected recently?
- Were any electrical issues repaired?
- Any recent tire replacements?
- Has the battery wiring recall been addressed?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Maintenance records
- Recall repair completion
- Title and registration
- Previous owner records
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2014 Forest River Puma at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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