Forest River Palomino recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 13, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Forest River, Inc. recalls 2019 Forest River Palomino

Recall number

18V468000

Brand / firm

Forest River

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 38 units

Why it was recalled

An overloaded vehicle may have reduced handling performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019 Forest River Palomino hardside truck campers. The Federal Placard incorrectly states the dry weight as 1,591lbs, when the correct dry weight is 2,405lbs. This error may result in the vehicle being overloaded.

What to do

Forest River has notified owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect Federal Placard with a corrected Placard, free of charge. The recall began on July 23, 2018. Owners may contact Palomino customer service at 1-269-432-3246. Forest River's number for this recall is 400-0783.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.