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2016 Palomino Columbus problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2016 Palomino Columbus — 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.

1

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2016 compare to other Columbus years?

Columbus NHTSA complaints by model year, 2016 highlighted23 complaints2012: 3 complaints2013: 18 complaints2014: 23 complaints2015: 1 complaints2016: 1 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 1 complaints2021: 0 complaints
Columbus NHTSA complaints by model year, 2016 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2016 Palomino Columbus problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System1100%

Does the 2016 Palomino Columbus have recalls?

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

16V828000OtherNovember 15, 2016 · 1,104 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 FR3 motorhomes manufactured September 24, 2014, to May 12, 2016; 2015-2017 Prime Time Spartan toyhaulers manufactured June 10, 2014, to May 31, 2016; 2013-2016 Palomino Columbus toyhaulers manufactured October 4, 2012, to December 4, 2015; and 2015-2016 XLR Thunderbolt and Nitro toyhaulers manufactured May 23, 2014, to November 23, 2016. These vehicles were equipped with certain aluminum, black, ladders manufactured by Christianson Industries. The affected ladders have retractable hinges, each with a welded 'top hat' that can separate from the hinge.

Consequence

If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will install a remedy kit to correct the issue, free of charge. The recall began on January 3, 2017. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-11102016-0271.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 PALOMINO COLUMBUS RV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VOLTAGE WIRING MELTED. THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE FROM THE CABIN. THE RV WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER (RON HOOVER RV & MARINE OF WEST HOUSTON; 29029, KATY FWY, KATY, TX 77494; [PHONE]) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 15, 2016 · fire

2016 Palomino Columbus — common questions

Is the 2016 Palomino Columbus reliable?

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

Does the 2016 Palomino Columbus have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2016 Palomino Columbus. 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.