2018 Keystone Montana 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 keystone montana fifth-wheel trailers. the switch for the slide-out room may not have circuit-protection.

Risk: Without circuit protection, if the slide-out switch wiring shorts to ground, there would be an increased risk of a fire.

Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will install a inline fuse for that circuit, free of charge. the recall began on june 5, 2018. owners may contact keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. keystone's number for this recall is 18-320.

Problem: Keystone rv company (keystone) is recalling certain 2019 alpine and high country montana recreational trailers and 2018-2019 avalanche and montana recreational trailers equipped with cargo trays. the rivets that secure the stop bracket to the cargo tray may shear allowing the cargo tray to detach.

Risk: If the cargo tray detaches, the tray may hit someone, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Keystone rv has notified owners, and dealers will replace the affected fasteners, free of charge. the recall began march 26, 2019. owners may contact keystone rv's customer service at 1-866-425-4369. keystone rv's number for this recall is 19-347.