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NHTSA Recall 23V638000: 12v/24v/48v battery (electrical system)

Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 39 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Forest River Palomino.

39
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2023
owners notified (September 15)
NHTSA campaign23V638000
Manufacturer campaign400-1677
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Report receivedSeptember 15, 2023
Owner notificationSeptember 15, 2023
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety 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.

Vehicles covered by recall 23V638000

Make and modelModel years
Forest River Palomino2024
Palomino Real-Lite Camper2024

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.