Recall 23V638 covers 39 2024 Forest River Palomino and Real-Lite Camper truck campers for battery overcharge risk. Repair is free at a franchised Forest River dealer.
Forest River is recalling 39 2024 Palomino and Real-Lite Camper truck campers because an unnecessary charge line at the lithium battery creates an overcharge risk. The issue raises the risk of a fire, and Forest River dealers will disconnect the charge line free of charge.
Does this recall apply to your specific vehicle?
The official, free per-VIN recall check is run by NHTSA. Enter your VIN and we'll forward you directly — and add you to a free watchlist so you hear about new recalls for your vehicle.
Check my VIN at NHTSARecallNotify doesn't check your VIN — NHTSA's official tool does. We use your email only to alert you to new recalls.
Watch this vehicle for recalls
Add it to your free watchlist and we will alert you as new federal recalls are posted for your year, make and model. New-recall alerts are rolling out now.
You are on the watchlist.
We will email you as new federal recalls are posted for your vehicle.
What's wrong?
The 12V wiring in these 2024 Forest River Palomino and Real-Lite Camper truck campers carries low-voltage power for the camper battery system. In older wet-cell battery setups, a charge line was routed as part of that system. The line's job was to provide a charging path for the battery circuit.
On the affected campers, Forest River had switched to lithium batteries, but manufacturing kept routing the wet-cell charge line. That 12V DC charge line was no longer needed, and the change was not clearly passed to the electrician. As a result, an unnecessary charge line was connected to the lithium battery.
Owners will not have a warning light, sound, smell, or other clear sign tied to this wiring condition. There is no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
Covers the Palomino and Real-Lite Camper lines, both tied to the same 12V battery wiring.
| 2024 Forest River Palomino | battery |
|---|---|
| 2024 Palomino Real-Lite Camper | battery |
| Units affected | 39 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific RV is included.
What's the safety risk?
The charge line can overcharge the lithium battery, increasing the risk of a fire. There is no warning sign before failure, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the repair soon if it is. Repair is free at any franchised Forest River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024 Forest River Palomino or Real-Lite Camper is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the free charge-line disconnect and bell-cap installation that stops lithium-battery overcharging.
- Bring the recall notice if Forest River mailed one. If not, reference recall number 23V638 when you call.
- Avoid using the camper's lithium-battery charge line until the dealer disconnects it.
- Call Palomino customer service at 1-269-432-3271 with questions and reference Forest River recall 400-1677.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Forest River technician disconnects the unnecessary charge line from the lithium battery circuit and installs bell caps. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Forest River used its standard reimbursement plan for this campaign, so documented out-of-pocket repairs tied to this lithium battery charge-line issue are eligible for review. If you've already paid for a related repair, bring receipts or repair paperwork to the dealer or contact Forest River customer service.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 15, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 15, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 25, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| October 25, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 25, 2023 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V638?
Recall 23V638 covers 39 2024 Forest River Palomino and Real-Lite Camper truck campers with an unnecessary charge line connected to the lithium battery. That connection can overcharge the battery and increase fire risk. Dealers will disconnect the charge line and install bell caps for free.
What should I do if my 2024 Forest River Palomino or Real-Lite Camper is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck camper is included in recall 23V638. If it is, contact a franchised Forest River dealer to schedule the charge-line disconnect and bell-cap installation. Reference Forest River recall number 400-1677 when you call.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform recall repairs at no cost. Forest River dealers will disconnect the unnecessary charge line and install bell caps free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. The unnecessary charge line can overcharge the lithium battery, which increases the risk of a fire in the truck camper. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair before further use.
When were owners notified about this recall?
Forest River mailed owner notification letters on October 25, 2023. If you bought the camper used or never received a letter, check your VIN and contact Forest River customer service at 1-269-432-3271 with recall number 400-1677.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V638000 |
|---|---|
| Forest River customer service | 1-269-432-3271 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V638 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V638000 |
Source documents
-
Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →