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2014 Palomino Columbus Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2014 Palomino Columbus has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 10,630 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the service brakes. 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.

EQUIPMENT 13V203000 2013-05-17 9,526 affected
Defect

Forest River is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Forest River models Blue Ridge, Cardinal, Cherokee, Columbus, EVO, Georgetown, Flagstaff, Forester, Lexington, Puma, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandpiper, Sandstorm, Sierra, Stealth, Sunseeker, Wildcat, Wildwood, Work and Play and XLR; Coachmen models Brookstone,…

Consequence

If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with motors of a different design. The safety recall began on July 29, 2013. Owners may contact Forest River at 1-574-389-4600 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle…

Complaints by component

SERVICE BRAKES
15
1crashes1injuries
WHEELS
5
STRUCTURE
2
TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
1
Total complaints23

What owners report

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

“I own a 2014 palamino columbus 5th wheel camper. There is a small crack in the front corner of the bedroom slide out. The columbus facebook page is full of complaints about this particular problem. Forest river has fixed some units under warranty and they admit that there is a structural problem…”

STRUCTURE · reported 2018-11-08

“Tl* the contact stated that while towing a 2014 palomino columbus on a 2012 ram 2500. The vehicle was being towed at unknown speeds, the spare tire carrier detached from the recreational vehicle without warning. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure…”

STRUCTURE · reported 2017-12-11

“Tl* the contact stated that while towing a 2014 palomino columbus on a 2012 ram 2500. The vehicle was being towed at unknown speeds, the spare tire carrier detached from the recreational vehicle without warning. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure…”

TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE · reported 2017-12-11

“The studs snap off and the wheel and tire are no longer secured to the hub. The wheel may separate from the trailer causing it to be a projectile on the highway increasing the risk of a crash. *tr”

WHEELS · reported 2015-04-01

“Took trailer to shop because brakes were sluggish and not working well. Dealer discovered all seals blown and brakes covered in oil. Line for brakes on front axle pinched, therefore no braking action on front axle. Had to have all four brake units replaced and brake line to front axle repaired.…”

WHEELS · reported 2014-10-22

“Took trailer to shop because brakes were sluggish and not working well. Dealer discovered all seals blown and brakes covered in oil. Line for brakes on front axle pinched, therefore no braking action on front axle. Had to have all four brake units replaced and brake line to front axle repaired.…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2014-10-22

“Brakes were suspect, weak, inconsistent action. Took to dealer for repack and inspect brakes. Discovered all 4 seals failed and all four brake assemblies were covered in grease. Dealer contacted manufacture of brake assembly, lippert components, inc., and they replaced brakes under warranty. *js”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2014-10-13

“Unit returned to dealer for inspection after receiving notification of important safety information from the brake manufacturer (lippert components). Dealer inspected and found grease in three of the four brake units. Dealer notified forrest river and lippert, both seem to be pointing to the other…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2014-10-09

Defect investigations

Investigation PE14008 Opened 2014-03-20 · closed 2014-10-07

Brake Surface Grease Contamination

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation based on 8 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQ) alleging grease contamination on the trailer brake shoes or drums.This condition could potentially increase the towing vehicle's stopping distance and therefore increase the risk of a crash.During the…

Investigation PE14008 Opened 2014-03-20 · closed 2014-10-07

Brake Surface Grease Contamination

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation based on 8 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQ) alleging grease contamination on the trailer brake shoes or drums.This condition could potentially increase the towing vehicle's stopping distance and therefore increase the risk of a crash.During the…

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 2014 Palomino Columbus as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.