2014 Keystone Bullet problems & recalls

Problem: Keystone rv company (keystone) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 recreational trailers equipped with dometic 9100 power awnings or weather pro awnings, awning serial numbers 306xxxx through 314xxxx, manufactured between february 13, 2013, through april 9, 2013. if the awning installation sequence was not completely followed, the awning motor may unknowningly become damaged. a damaged motor may lead to an unfurling of the awning.

Risk: If the awning unfurls unexpectedly either in transit or while parked, it may increase thre risk of personal injury or a crash.

Fix: Keystone will notify owners and dealers will replace the awning motor, free of charge. the recall began on may 7, 2013. owners may contact keystone at 1-866-425-4369. keystone's campaign recall number is 13-193.

Problem: Keystone rv company (keystone) is recalling certain model year 2014 cougar, springdale, hideout, passport, and bullet fifth wheels and travel trailers manufactured january 13, 2014, through february 12,2014. in the affected vehicles, the inner wheel bearings on the axle may have insufficient lubrication.

Risk: With an insufficient amount of lubrication, the wheel bearing and hub may become overheated and the wheel may seize or separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axle hubs and bearings for the proper lubrication. any damaged bearings will be replaced. these repirs will be performed, free of charge. the recall began on april 7, 2014. owners may contact keystone at 1-866-425-4369. keystone's number associated with this recall is 14-202.

Problem: Keystone rv company (keystone) is recalling certain model year 2014 summerland, springdale, bullet, and cougar recreational travel trailers and fifth wheels. the affected vehicles may have been built with frame spring hangers that may be brittle and susceptible to fracturing.

Risk: A spring hanger that fractures may result in a loss of control of the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the spring hanger, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on april 17, 2014. owners may contact keystone at 1-866-425-4369. keystone's number for this recall is 14-205.

Problem: Keystone rv company (keystone) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017 bullet and passport recreational trailers. the affected vehicles are equipped with an air conditioner lcd thermostat that may not be properly wired.

Risk: If the thermostat is wired improperly, any damage to the thermostat wiring may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will correct the wiring at the air conditioner control box, free of charge. the recall began on october 7, 2016. owners may contact keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. keystone's number for this recall is 16-261.

Problem: Keystone rv company (keystone) is recalling various 2003-2018 crossroads, dutchmen, and keystone recreational trailers equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers. a list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17v755-5127.pdf. these extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. for a full list of the affected fire extinguisher mode

Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Keystone will notify owners and instruct them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. the recall began on january 15, 2018. owners may contact keystone customer service at 1-574-535-2100, or kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "product safety recall" for more information. keystone's number for this recall is 1