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Forest River Palomino Recall 23V638: Battery Charge Line May Overcharge and Cause Fire

NHTSA campaign 23V638, reported September 15, 2023, 39 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Some 2024 Palomino truck campers may have an unnecessary charge line connected to the lithium battery. This line can overcharge the battery, which increases the risk of a fire.

If you own an affected camper, a dealer will disconnect the charge line and install bell caps at no cost to you. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 25, 2023. You can also contact Palomino customer service at 1-269-432-3271, and check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 23V638Forest River, Inc.
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024 Palomino hardside, softside, and real-lite truck campers. An unnecessary charge line may have been connected to the lithium battery.
Risk
The charge line may overcharge the lithium battery, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will disconnect the charge line and install bell caps, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 25, 2023. Owners may contact Palomino customer service at 1-269-432-3271. Forest River's number for this recall is 400-1677.
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.

Affected vehicles

Forest River Palomino2024
Palomino Real-Lite Camper2024