2018 Keystone Hideout problems & recalls

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

Problem: Keystone rv company (keystone) is recalling certain 2018 hideout recreational trailers, model 310. the federal placard on these vehicles incorrectly lists the gross axle weight rating (gawr) as 5,080 lbs and the tire size as st225/75r15d with 65 psi, when the correct gawr is 5,200 lbs and the correct tire size is st225/75r15e with 80 psi. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 cfr part 567, "certification."

Risk: The incorrect label information may cause the operator to underinflate the tires, possibly resulting in their failure and an increased risk of a crash.

Fix: Keystone has notified owners and provided a corrected federal placard, free of charge. the recall began on december 27, 2017. owners may contact keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. keystone's number for this recall is 17-310.

Problem: Keystone rv company (keystone) is recalling certain 2018 keystone passport, summerland and hideout, dutchmen aspen trail and coleman, and crossroads zinger recreational trailers. these vehicles are equipped with norcold n306 mini refrigerators that may have a loose or missing propane gas valve test port screw.

Risk: The loose or missing propane gas port screw can allow propane gas to leak when the refrigerator is used in 'gas' mode, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will install and tighten the gas valve port screw, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on april 23, 2018. owners may contact keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. keystone's number for this recall is 18-315.