2019–2021 Forest River Palomino Recall: Antenna wing may not be properly secured to the roof, allowing it to…
NHTSA campaign 20V656000 · Equipment · filed Oct 26, 2020 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Palomino trailers. The antenna wing may not be properly secured to the roof, allowing it to detach from the roof while moving.
The risk
If the antenna detaches while moving, it can be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, repair or replace the antenna, free of charge. The recall began November 23, 2020. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-269-432-3271. Forest River's number for this recall is 400-1243.
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
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Forest River | Palomino | 2019, 2020, 2021 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 20V656000 (manufacturer number 400-1243). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.