2016 Palomino Columbus Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2016 Palomino Columbus has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (1 report).

1Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Columbus?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2016 Palomino Columbus recalls

Ladder Hinges Can Separate, Letting Ladder Fall

Recall 16V828Nov 15, 20161,104 vehicles affected

Certain aluminum black ladders made by Christianson Industries and installed on some Forest River-built RVs and toyhaulers have retractable hinges, each with a welded "top hat" piece that can separate from the hinge.

Most common 2016 Palomino Columbus problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System1

What owners report

2017-06-07, Electrical System
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; (281) 829-1560) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ELECTRICAL TRANSFER SWITCH AND THE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE RV WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT LEFT A VOICE MESSAGE WITH THE MANUFACTURER AT 574-821-1487, BUT THEY DID NOT RETURN THE CALL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200.

2016 Palomino Columbus questions

Does the 2016 Palomino Columbus have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2016 Palomino Columbus: Ladder Hinges Can Separate, Letting Ladder Fall. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Palomino Columbus?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Palomino Columbus has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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