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2021 Palomino Columbus problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2021 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.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2021 compare to other Columbus years?

Columbus NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted23 complaints2012: 3 complaints2013: 18 complaints2014: 23 complaints2015: 1 complaints2016: 1 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 1 complaints2021: 0 complaints
Columbus NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2021 Palomino Columbus have recalls?

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

20V375000OtherJune 26, 2020 · 9 units

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2021 Palomino Columbus recreational trailers, models CMF389FL, CMF389FLC and CMF389FLW. As built, the furnace vents under the rear slide out room, allowing exhaust fumes to re-enter the trailer through the slide-out room seals.

Consequence

Exhaust fumes that enter the unit through the slide seals may result in carbon monoxide poisoning or death.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will remedy the location of the furnace vent. This recall began July 28, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-821-1487. Forest River's number for this recall is 410-1187.

2021 Palomino Columbus — common questions

Is the 2021 Palomino Columbus reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2021 Palomino Columbus have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2021 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.