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2024 Forest River Palomino problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 2024 Forest River Palomino — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

2

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2024 compare to other Palomino years?

Palomino NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 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, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Forest River Palomino problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System150%
Other150%

Does the 2024 Forest River Palomino have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V638000Electrical SystemSeptember 15, 2023 · 39 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024 Palomino hardside, softside, and real-lite truck campers. An unnecessary charge line may have been connected to the lithium battery.

Consequence

The charge line may overcharge the lithium battery, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will disconnect the charge line and install bell caps, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 25, 2023. Owners may contact Palomino customer service at 1-269-432-3271. Forest River's number for this recall is 400-1677.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“We recently purchased the Palomino from State 48 RV dealer in Mesa Az. We travel for the summer. On our 4th campground, our watchdog surge power unit showed an improper wiring at the pedestal. Campground electrician checked the pedestal and determined it was wired correctly and the problem was with…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · May 18, 2026

“We recently purchased the Palomino from State 48 RV dealer in Mesa Az. We travel for the summer. On our 4th campground, our watchdog surge power unit showed an improper wiring at the pedestal. Campground electrician checked the pedestal and determined it was wired correctly and the problem was with…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · May 18, 2026

2024 Forest River Palomino — common questions

Is the 2024 Forest River Palomino reliable?

The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2024 Forest River Palomino have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2024 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.