How many recalls does the 2016 Palomino Columbus have?

The 2016 Palomino Columbus has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2016 Palomino Columbus has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2016 Palomino Columbus?

Of 1 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is electrical system.

2016 Palomino Columbus Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2016 Palomino Columbus has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 1,104 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

EQUIPMENT 16V828000 2016-11-15 1,104 affected

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;…

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.

Complaints by component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Total complaints1

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“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; [REDACTED]) where it was diagnosed that the…”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2016-12-15

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2016 Palomino Columbus as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.