2013 Palomino Columbus Problems
- Complaints
- 16filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 3,000miles, 13 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2013 Palomino Columbus (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 16 consumer complaints for the 2013 Palomino Columbus. The part named most often is brakes, with 14 complaints (88% of the total), followed by suspension (3) and body and structure (1). 13 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 3,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 1 NHTSA investigation filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes14 88%
- Suspension3 19%
- Body and structure1 6.3%
Example complaints
Brakes: “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 milesSuspension: “The 5th wheel trailer we purchased came with supplied 6000 pnd lippert axles. The axles are too small for the weight carried on this trailer. 7000 or 8000 pound axles should be standard. In 2013 this is what they used. In subsequent years, they used heavier axles. We are educated to this and are sensitive to brake, axle seal, and overall tire maintenance. Lippert seals are also known to be inferior. We had the seals replaced with higher quality dexter seals about 6 months ago so that we could avoid any issues. …”
NHTSA complaint #10936422, filed 2016-12, 20,000 milesBody and structure: “The contact owns a 2013 forest river Columbus. The contact stated that the floor in the kitchen of the rv had become very soft. The recreational vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80.”
NHTSA complaint #10864568, filed 2016-05, 80 milesMileage when problems were reported
100% of the 13 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 1,200 and 5,500 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
- 16V828000Nov 15, 2016EquipmentCovers: Palomino Columbus 2013–2016, Prime Time Spartan 2015–2017, Forest River FR3 2015–2017 +1 more
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 FR3 motorhomes manufactured September 24, 2014, to May 12, 2016; 2015-2017 Prime Time Spartan toyhaulers manufactured June 10, 2014, to May 31, 2016; 2013-2016 Palomino Columbus…
- 13V203000May 17, 2013EquipmentCovers: Palomino Columbus 2013–2014, Forest River Wildwood 2013–2014, Sandstorm 2013–2014 +35 more
Forest River is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Forest River models Blue Ridge, Cardinal, Cherokee, Columbus, EVO, Georgetown, Flagstaff, Forester, Lexington, Puma, Rockwood, Sabre, Salem, Sandpiper, Sandstorm, Sierra, Stealth, Sunseeker, Wildcat…
Recall details for the 2013 Palomino Columbus → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- PE14008Brake Surface Grease ContaminationClosed · Mar 20, 2014
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 2013 Palomino Columbus.
Other model years of the Palomino Columbus
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 18 | 2,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Falling |
| 2013 | 16 | 3,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Stable |
All Palomino Columbus model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2013 Palomino Columbus have?
NHTSA recorded 16 consumer complaints for the 2013 Palomino Columbus as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2013 Palomino Columbus is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 14 complaints (88% of the total), followed by suspension with 3.
Has the 2013 Palomino Columbus been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2013 Palomino Columbus reported?
Among the 13 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 3,000 miles and the middle half falls between 1,200 and 5,500 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.