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2019 Forest River Palomino problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 2019 Forest River Palomino — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

2

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other Palomino years?

Palomino NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted4 complaints2015: 4 complaints2016: 2 complaints2017: 2 complaints2018: 3 complaints2019: 2 complaints2020: 2 complaints2021: 4 complaints2024: 2 complaints2025: 2 complaints
Palomino NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Forest River Palomino problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Tires & Wheels2100%

Does the 2019 Forest River Palomino have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

20V656000OtherOctober 26, 2020 · 1,150 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Palomino trailers. The antenna wing may not be properly secured to the roof, allowing it to detach from the roof while moving.

Consequence

If the antenna detaches while moving, it can be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, repair or replace the antenna, free of charge. The recall began November 23, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-269-432-3271. Forest River's number for this recall is 400-1243.

18V468000OtherJuly 13, 2018 · 38 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Forest River Palomino hardside truck campers. The Federal Placard incorrectly states the dry weight as 1,591lbs, when the correct dry weight is 2,405lbs. This error may result in the vehicle being overloaded.

Consequence

An overloaded vehicle may have reduced handling performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect Federal Placard with a corrected Placard, free of charge. The recall began on July 23, 2018. Owners may contact Palomino customer service at 1-269-432-3246. Forest River's number for this recall is 400-0783.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact owns a 2019 Forest River Palomino trailer equipped with LionsHead tires, Tire Line: Castle Rock, Tire Size: 225/75/R15, DOT Number: JULT1MT1916. The contact stated while driving at 62 MPH, the driver’s side front tire inadvertently exploded. The contact stated he was able to veer to…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · July 1, 2021

2019 Forest River Palomino — common questions

Is the 2019 Forest River Palomino reliable?

The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2019 Forest River Palomino have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 Forest River Palomino. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.