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Vehicles/Recreational Vehicles

Forest River, Inc.: 2024 Palomino Truck Campers Recalled for Overcharged Battery Fire Risk

Agency Publication Date: September 15, 2023
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Summary

Forest River, Inc. is recalling 39 of its 2024 Palomino hardside, softside, and real-lite truck campers because an unnecessary charge line may have been connected to the lithium battery. This manufacturing error can lead to overcharging of the battery, which can result in overheating or fire. To resolve this issue, dealers will disconnect the unnecessary line and install protective bell caps at no cost to owners.

Risk

The incorrect wiring allows the lithium battery to be overcharged, creating a significant risk of a thermal event or fire within the vehicle.

What You Should Do

  1. Identify if your vehicle is affected by checking your model and production year: this recall includes 2024 Palomino hardside, softside, and real-lite truck campers.
  2. Check your records or vehicle documentation for Forest River recall number 400-1677.
  3. Contact Palomino customer service at 1-269-432-3271 to verify your vehicle's inclusion and to schedule a free repair.
  4. Bring your vehicle to an authorized dealer who will disconnect the charge line and install bell caps free of charge.
  5. For additional questions or to report safety concerns, contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Your Remedy Options

🔧Free Repair

Disconnect the charge line and install bell caps.

How to: Contact Palomino customer service at 1-269-432-3271 to arrange for a free dealer repair.

Affected Products

Product: 2024 Forest River Palomino Hardside Truck Camper
Product: 2024 Forest River Palomino Softside Truck Camper
Product: 2024 Forest River Palomino Real-Lite Truck Camper

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 23V638000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Forest River, Inc.
Sold By: Authorized Forest River dealers
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 39 vehicles(39% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: September 15, 2023
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Distributed To: Nationwide
Manufacturer Recall #: 400-1677
Agency Last Updated: October 18, 2023

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response