Palomino Columbus Problems by Model Year
NHTSA recorded 34 consumer complaints across the 2 model years of the Palomino Columbus (2013–2014) that have at least 5 complaints. 2014 has the most, with 18. Across all years, the part named most often is brakes (29 mentions). Pick a model year below to see its parts, mileage, recalls and service bulletins.
All Columbus model years
Years with fewer than 5 complaints are not listed. The score compares years of the same model, allowing for the era and for how long each year has collected complaints: 50 is a typical year, lower means fewer complaints. It is not adjusted for sales volume.
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | TSBs | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 18 | 2,000 | 2 | 0 | — | Falling |
| 2013 | 16 | 3,000 | 2 | 0 | — | Stable |
Parts named most often, all years
Counts add up complaint mentions across the listed years. A complaint can name several parts.
- Brakes29 71%
- Wheels5 12%
- Suspension3 7.3%
- Body and structure3 7.3%
- Tires1 2.4%
Example complaints
One per model year, chosen for length and detail. Personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
2013: “I received a letter from lippert inc. Indicating that there were issues with brake components installed on my Columbus 320rs fifth wheel that could lead to a failure to stop the trailer. I took it into berryland campers and had them inspected. The lippert seals used on the wheel assemblies had leaked grease, contaminating the brake pads with grease. Lippert covered pad and seal replacement under warranty.”
NHTSA complaint #10653641, filed 2014-11, 1,200 miles2014: “I have filed before for failed grease seals on same unit...two times before...entire axle assemblies were replaced last time. I took trailer to local shop for brake adjustment before a long trip and they found a leaking grease seal on right rear. Replaced seal.....”
NHTSA complaint #10615354, filed 2014-07, 3,000 milesAbout this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Methodology